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melanin
Definition:
(nou) insoluble pigments that account for the color of e.g. skin and scales and feathers
Examples:
It causes sunburn and it triggers the production of melanin.
Tyrosine is also the precursor to the pigment melanin.
The presence of melanin in feathers increases their resistance to abrasion.
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Common mistakes of melanin pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "melanin" with an incorrect vowel sound, like /ˈmɛlənɪn/ instead of /ˈmɛləˌnɪn/. Tip: Focus on the unstressed "a" sounding like "uh" in the second syllable.
- Stress misplacement: Many people stress the second syllable, saying "mel-a-NIN" (/mɛlˈænɪn/). The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈmɛləˌnɪn/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Missing syllable: Some might say "melanin" as if it has only two syllables, like "melan-in" (/ˈmɛlənɪn/). The correct pronunciation has three syllables: /ˈmɛləˌnɪn/. Tip: Break it down into three parts: "mel-a-nin."
- Overemphasis on "n": A common mistake is overemphasizing the "n" in the last syllable, resulting in "melan-in" (/ˈmɛlənɪn/). The correct form is "melanin" with a softer ending: /ˈmɛləˌnɪn/. Tip: Keep the last syllable light and quick.
- Confusion with other terms: Some confuse "melanin" with similar-sounding words like "melody" or "melanoma." This leads to mispronunciation. Tip: Practice saying "melanin" distinctly, focusing on the unique "mel" and "nin" sounds.