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How to pronounce:
labile
Phonetic Transcription:
léibil
Examples:
Heat labile enterotoxin is a type of labile toxin found in Escherichia coli.
Her ideology was somewhat labile.
Skin coloration in humans is adaptive and labile.
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Common mistakes of labile pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "la-BILE". The correct pronunciation is ˈlæbaɪl in US English and ˈleɪbaɪl in UK English. Tip: Focus on the first syllable to avoid this mistake.
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in the first syllable can be mispronounced. Some may say "luh-bile" instead of "labile". The correct sound is /æ/ in US and /eɪ/ in UK. Tip: Practice saying "cat" for the US sound and "day" for the UK sound.
- Incorrect ending: A common error is adding an extra syllable, leading to "lab-ile" instead of "labile". This results in mispronouncing the final sound. The correct form is a single syllable ending. Tip: Emphasize the "bile" as one unit.
- Overemphasis on "b": Some may pronounce it too strongly, saying "la-BILE" with an exaggerated "b" sound. The correct pronunciation is softer, with the "b" being less prominent. Tip: Say it smoothly to maintain balance between the syllables.
- Misunderstanding "labile" meaning: The word "labile" can be confused with similar-sounding words. It refers to something unstable or changeable. Understanding its meaning can help with proper pronunciation. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the definition to reinforce correct usage.