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malignant
Phonetic Transcription:
məˈlɪɡnənt
Examples:
Myxosarcoma is a rare malignant tumor of the heart.
The malignant tumors of the heart have a worse prognosis.
The product is used for the diagnosis of malignant diseases.
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Common mistakes of malignant pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "ma-ˈlignant". This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the second syllable: "mə-ˈlɪɡ.nənt". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "lɪɡ" part.
- Mispronouncing the "g": A common mistake is pronouncing the "g" as a hard "g" sound, resulting in "malig-nant". The correct pronunciation is with a soft "g": "mə-ˈlɪɡ.nənt". Tip: Focus on the "lɪɡ" sound, not "g".
- Skipping the second syllable: Some may say "malignant" as a single syllable, "məˈlɪnənt". This omits the important second syllable. The correct form has three syllables: "mə-ˈlɪɡ.nənt". Tip: Break it down into three parts for clarity.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Learners often mispronounce the "i" in the second syllable, saying "malignant" with an "i" like in "hit". The correct sound is "ɪ" as in "sit": "mə-ˈlɪɡ.nənt". Tip: Practice the "ɪ" sound to avoid confusion.
- Overemphasizing the final "t": Some speakers place too much emphasis on the "t" in "malignant", making it sound harsh. The final "t" should be softer: "mə-ˈlɪɡ.nənt". Tip: Lightly touch the "t" to keep the flow smooth.