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menopause
Definition:
(nou) the time in a woman's life in which the menstrual cycle ends
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During menopause there are no eggs left.
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Common mistakes of menopause pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "men-o-ˈpause". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈmen-ə-pɔːz" (UK) / "ˈmenəˌpɔz" (US). Tip: Focus on emphasizing "men" when pronouncing "menopause".
- Overemphasizing the "o": Some may pronounce "menopause" with a strong "o" sound, making it sound like "men-o-pause". This is incorrect. The "o" is subtle and should sound more like "ə". Tip: Practice saying "men-ə-pause" to reduce the "o" sound.
- Ignoring the schwa: The second syllable is a schwa sound, "ə", which is often overlooked. Incorrectly saying "men-o-pause" misses this sound. Tip: Remember that the schwa is a quick, relaxed sound, like in "sofa".
- Mispronouncing "pause": Some may pronounce the last syllable as "paws" instead of "pɔːz" (UK) / "pɔz" (US). This changes the meaning entirely. Tip: Practice the final syllable by saying "pause" with a clear "z" sound.
- Skipping syllables: Occasionally, people might say "menopaus" without the final syllable. This makes the word incomplete. Tip: Always articulate all syllables clearly: "men-ə-pɔːz" (UK) / "menəˌpɔz" (US).