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organ
Definition:
(nou) a fully differentiated structural and functional unit in an animal that is specialized for some particular function (nou) a government agency or instrument devoted to the performance of some specific function (nou) an electronic simulation of a pipe organ (nou) a periodical that is published by a special interest group (nou) wind instrument whose sound is produced by means of pipes arranged in sets supplied with air from a bellows and controlled from a large complex musical keyboard (nou) a free-reed instrument in which air is forced through the reeds by bellows
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɔːɡən
Examples:
The liver is an organ of the digestive system.
The main effector organ for fluid homeostasis is the kidney.
The lungs are the biggest organ in the lower respiratory tract.
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Common mistakes of organ pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many learners mispronounce "organ" by using a short "o" sound, saying /ˈɔrɡən/ instead of the correct /ˈɔːrɡən/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on elongating the "o" sound to match the correct pronunciation.
- Misplaced stress: Some people place stress on the second syllable, saying "or-GAN" instead of the correct "OR-gan" /ˈɔrɡən/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable to pronounce it correctly.
- Overemphasizing the "g": A common mistake is overemphasizing the "g" sound, leading to a harsh pronunciation like "or-gahn." The correct pronunciation is smoother, /ˈɔrɡən/. Tip: Keep the "g" soft and blend it with the following vowel.
- Omitting the second syllable: Some speakers say "or-gan" as if it were a single syllable, which can lead to confusion. The correct pronunciation has two clear syllables: /ˈɔrɡən/. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to ensure both syllables are pronounced.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "organ" with "organism" or "organization," leading to incorrect stress or vowel sounds. Tip: Pay attention to the context and practice each word separately to avoid mix-ups.