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oocyte
Definition:
(nou) a female gametocyte that develops into an ovum after two meiotic divisions
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The oocyte is now called the ovum and is competent to undergo fertilization.
At first there is a diploid oocyte called the primary oocyte.
Oocyte maturation is the following phase of oocyte development.
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Common mistakes of oocyte pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /ˈoʊ.oʊˌsaɪt/. The correct stress is on the first syllable, /ˈoʊ.oʊˌsaɪt/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for clarity.
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "oo" in "oocyte" as /uː/ instead of /oʊ/. This leads to incorrect pronunciation as /uː.oʊˌsaɪt/. Tip: Focus on the "o" sound, which should be pronounced as in "go."
- Incorrect syllable division: Some may divide "oocyte" into three syllables, saying /ˈoʊ.əʊ.saɪt/. The correct division is two syllables: /ˈoʊ.oʊˌsaɪt/. Tip: Break it down into two parts, emphasizing the first syllable.
- Omitting the final sound: Learners sometimes drop the final "t" sound, resulting in /ˈoʊ.oʊ.saɪ/. The correct pronunciation includes the "t," making it /ˈoʊ.oʊˌsaɪt/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the final "t" clearly to complete the word.
- Overemphasizing the second syllable: Some may unintentionally overemphasize the second syllable, saying /ˈoʊ.oʊˈsaɪt/. The correct pronunciation maintains a secondary stress on the second syllable, /ˈoʊ.oʊˌsaɪt/. Tip: Keep the second syllable softer to maintain the natural rhythm of the word.