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interstitial
Examples:
Desquamative interstitial pneumonia.
Idiopathic interstitial pneumonia.
It is filled with interstitial fluid.
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Common mistakes of interstitial pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "in-ter-ˈstit-ial". This is incorrect; the primary stress is on the third syllable: "in-ter-ˈsti-tial". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "sti" to pronounce it correctly.
- Vowel confusion: Some people mispronounce the "i" in the second syllable as a short vowel, saying "in-ter-ˈstɪt-ial". The correct pronunciation uses a long vowel sound: "in-ter-ˈsti-tial". Tip: Practice elongating the "i" sound in "sti".
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is to drop the "ter" and say "in-ˈstit-ial". This alters the word significantly and makes it harder to understand. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all syllables clearly: "in-ter-sti-tial".
- Incorrect final sound: Some speakers end with a hard "l" sound, pronouncing it as "in-ter-sti-ˈtial". The correct ending is softer, with a schwa sound: "in-ter-sti-tial". Tip: Focus on a gentle "al" sound at the end.
- Overemphasis on "ter": A few may overemphasize the "ter", saying "in-ˈter-sti-tial". This disrupts the natural flow of the word. Tip: Keep the "ter" light and smooth to maintain proper pronunciation.