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insulin
Definition:
(nou) hormone secreted by the isles of Langerhans in the pancreas; regulates storage of glycogen in the liver and accelerates oxidation of sugar in cells
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɪnsjʊlɪn
Examples:
This is as essential to the health of the patient as insulin is to a diabetic.
The amount of glucose in the blood stream is regulated by the hormone insulin.
The basic functions of insulin and glucagon are to maintain glucose homeostasis.
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Common mistakes of insulin pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "insulin" with a short "i" as in "bit" instead of the correct "ɪn" as in "in." Tip: Make sure to use the correct vowel sound "ɪ" for clarity.
- Misplaced stress: The stress in "insulin" is often incorrectly placed on the first syllable ("INS-u-lin") instead of the correct second syllable ("in-'su-lin"). Tip: Emphasize the second syllable to pronounce it correctly.
- Overly pronounced "l": Many speakers may overemphasize the "l" in "insulin," making it sound like "insu-lin." Tip: Keep the "l" soft and blend it smoothly with the following vowel sound.
- Missing "n" sound: Some may drop the "n" in "insulin," pronouncing it as "isulin." Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "n" clearly to maintain the integrity of the word.
- Confusing "u" with "oo": The "u" in "insulin" is often mispronounced as "oo" as in "food." Tip: Use the short "u" sound "ʊ" as in "put" for the correct pronunciation.