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obesity
Definition:
(nou) more than average fatness
Phonetic Transcription:
əʊˈbiːsɪti
Examples:
Secondhand obesity is the effect of a parent's obesity on the child.
The obese male in the obesity article is a lot more straightforward and honest.
The behavioral approach to the management of obesity.
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Common mistakes of obesity pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners stress the wrong syllable, saying "o-BES-ity" instead of "o-BE-si-ty". Tip: Remember that the primary stress falls on the second syllable, marked as ˌoʊˈbiːsɪti in US English.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some people pronounce "obesity" with exaggerated vowel sounds, saying "o-bee-sity". Tip: Focus on the correct vowel sounds, particularly the short "i" in the third syllable, represented as "ɪ".
- Omitting sounds: A common mistake is dropping the "b" sound, leading to "o-sity". Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "b" clearly, as it is essential for the correct pronunciation, noted as "b" in the IPA transcription.
- Confusing "o" sounds: Learners sometimes mispronounce the first syllable as "uh" instead of "oh". Tip: Practice the initial sound as /oʊ/, which is a long "o" sound, to improve clarity.
- Incorrect syllable division: Some might say "ob-e-sity" instead of "o-be-si-ty". Tip: Break the word into three syllables, making sure to pronounce each one distinctly for better understanding and pronunciation.