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median
Definition:
(nou) the value below which 50% of the cases fall
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈmiːdɪən
Examples:
The medial root of median nerve is one of the two sources of the median nerve.
I calculated the median of the sums.
A disadvantage of the median is the difficulty of handling it theoretically.
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Common mistakes of median pronunciation
- Stress confusion: Many learners mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "me-DIAN" instead of the correct "ME-di-an" (ˈmiː.di.ən). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Vowel mispronunciation: Some might pronounce the first syllable as "mee" instead of the correct "me" (ˈmiː) in "median". Tip: Focus on keeping the vowel sound short and clear.
- Incorrect syllable count: A common mistake is treating "median" as a two-syllable word, pronouncing it "ME-dian". The correct pronunciation has three syllables: "ME-di-an" (ˈmiː.di.ən). Tip: Break it down into three parts to practice.
- Ending sound confusion: Learners may drop the final "n" sound, saying "medi" instead of "median" (ˈmiː.di.ən). Tip: Make sure to articulate the "n" clearly to complete the word.
- Regional variations: Some might use a different vowel sound in the second syllable, saying "MED-ee-an" instead of "ME-di-an" (ˈmiː.di.ən). Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the subtle differences in pronunciation.