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membrane
Definition:
(nou) a thin pliable sheet of material (nou) a pliable sheet of tissue that covers or lines or connects the organs or cells of animals or plants
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈmembreɪn
Examples:
The red is the membrane, the yellow is the cell wall.
This receptor cell is sensitive to the stretching of the membrane.
Rifin protein are ultimately transported to the erythrocyte membrane.
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Common mistakes of membrane pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "mem-ˈbrane". This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈmem-brane". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "mem" when pronouncing "membrane".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "membrane" with a short "e" as in "bed", resulting in "membraine". The correct pronunciation features a long "e" sound, as in "main": "ˈmem-brane". Tip: Practice saying "main" to help with the vowel sound in "membrane".
- Omitting the "n": A common mistake is to drop the "n" sound, pronouncing it as "me-brane". This alters the word completely. The "n" is essential: "ˈmem-brane". Tip: Clearly articulate the "n" to maintain the integrity of the word.
- Overemphasizing the "b": Some learners may overly stress the "b" sound, saying "mem-BRANE". The stress should be on the first syllable, making the "b" sound softer. Tip: Focus on the first syllable to balance the stress in "membrane".
- Mixing up syllables: Occasionally, learners may mix the order of syllables, saying "brane-mem". This is incorrect. The correct order is "mem" followed by "brane": "ˈmem-brane". Tip: Break the word down into its syllables and practice saying them in the correct order.