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hypertrophy
Definition:
(nou) abnormal enlargement of a body part or organ
Examples:
The heart and kidneys have increased susceptibility to hypertrophy.
This type of hypertrophy is termed eccentric hypertrophy.
There is both concentric hypertrophy and eccentric hypertrophy in AI.
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Common mistakes of hypertrophy pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "hy-per-'tro-fee". The correct stress is on the third syllable: /haɪˈpɜr.trə.fi/ (US) or /haɪˈpɜː.trə.fi/ (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "tro" in "hypertrophy".
- Vowel sounds: Some mispronounce the first syllable as "hype" instead of "hy". The correct pronunciation is /haɪ/, not /haɪp/. Tip: Practice saying "hi" and then blend it with "per" to get "hy-per".
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is omitting the last syllable, saying "hypertro" instead of "hypertrophy". The full pronunciation is /haɪˈpɜr.trə.fi/ (US) or /haɪˈpɜː.trə.fi/ (UK). Tip: Always include the "fee" at the end to complete the word.
- Incorrect "t" sound: Some learners pronounce the "t" in "hypertrophy" as a soft "d", saying "hyperdrophy". The correct sound is a clear "t": /t/. Tip: Focus on making a crisp "t" sound to distinguish it from a "d".
- Mispronouncing "phy": The ending "phy" is often mispronounced as "fee" instead of "fi". The correct sound is /fi/. Tip: Link the "tr" and "o" closely to help with the transition to "phy".