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ischemic
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All structures of the kidney show ischemic atrophy.
Subcortical ischemic depression.
Anterior ischemic optic neuropathy.
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Common mistakes of ischemic pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the first syllable, saying /ˈɪs.kə.mɪk/. The correct stress is on the second syllable: /ɪsˈkiː.mɪk/. Tip: Emphasize "kee" clearly, keeping the first syllable lighter.
- Ignoring the "s": Some say "ikemic," dropping the /s/. The /s/ is essential: /ɪsˈkiː.mɪk/. Tip: Start with a crisp /s/ to avoid losing meaning.
- Mispronouncing the vowel: Some shorten the /iː/ in "kee," saying /ɪsˈkɪm.ɪk/. The correct vowel is long /iː/: /ɪsˈkiː.mɪk/. Tip: Stretch the "ee" sound, like in "see."
- Overlooking the "c": Some pronounce it as "ishemic," replacing /k/ with /ʃ/. The correct sound is /k/: /ɪsˈkiː.mɪk/. Tip: Keep the "c" hard, like in "cat."
- Confusing regional variations: In both US and UK English, the standard form is /ɪsˈkiː.mɪk/. Tip: Stick with this version, as it’s widely understood in medical and everyday contexts.