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hymen
Definition:
(nou) the god of marriage (nou) a fold of tissue that partly covers the entrance to the vagina of a virgin
Examples:
The foreskin is not the same as a hymen.
Masturbating with fingers will not break the hymen.
Surely a hymen could be insured.
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Common mistakes of hymen pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners put stress on the second syllable, saying "hy-MEN". The correct pronunciation is "ˈhaɪ.mən" with stress on the first syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "hym" part.
- Ignoring the vowel sound: Many pronounce "hymen" as "ˈhaɪ.mɪn", using a short "i" sound. The correct pronunciation is "ˈhaɪ.mən", with a schwa sound in the second syllable. Tip: Practice saying the second syllable quickly and lightly.
- Overemphasizing the "h": Some speakers pronounce "hymen" with an exaggerated "h", like "h-hymen". The correct pronunciation is "ˈhaɪ.mən" with a softer "h". Tip: Focus on a smooth transition into the word without overdoing the "h".
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "hymen" with "hymn", pronouncing it as "hymn". The correct form is "ˈhaɪ.mən", which has two syllables. Tip: Remember the extra syllable; it helps differentiate the words.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some may incorrectly say "hymen" as "ˈhaɪ.men", stressing the "men" part. The correct pronunciation is "ˈhaɪ.mən" with a neutral vowel sound. Tip: Practice saying "hymen" with a quick, unstressed ending.