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mastectomy
Definition:
(nou) surgical removal of a breast to remove a malignant tumor
Examples:
As a result of the diagnosis, Lucas had a mastectomy.
I had a partial mastectomy and radiotherapy.
Biopsychosocial functioning of women after mastectomy.
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Common mistakes of mastectomy pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "mas-ˈtect-omy". This is wrong; the primary stress is on the third syllable, "mas-ˈtec-to-my". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "tec" in "mastectomy".
- Mispronouncing the "t": A common mistake is to pronounce the "t" in "mastectomy" as a "d", resulting in "mas-ˈdec-omy". This alters the word's clarity. Tip: Focus on the crisp "t" sound to maintain accuracy.
- Overemphasizing the vowels: Some learners may elongate the vowels, saying "mas-tec-toe-me". However, the correct pronunciation is more concise, with shorter vowels: "mas-ˈtec-tə-mi". Tip: Keep the vowels quick and clear.
- Dropping syllables: Many might say "mastectomy" as "mas-tect-omy", omitting the second syllable. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Ensure to pronounce all syllables clearly: "mas-ˈtec-to-mi".
- Confusing with similar words: Some might confuse "mastectomy" with "mastectomies" or other medical terms. This can lead to miscommunication. Tip: Practice saying "mastectomy" with attention to its distinct syllable structure and stress placement.