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osteoporosis
Definition:
(nou) abnormal loss of bony tissue resulting in fragile porous bones attributable to a lack of calcium; most common in postmenopausal women
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌɒstiəʊpəˈrəʊsɪs
Examples:
With a better bone balance, the risk of osteoporosis is lowered.
This is why many older women get osteoporosis, decomposition of the bone.
The problem of osteoporosis is confined to the skeleton.
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Common mistakes of osteoporosis pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "OS-teo-porosis" instead of the correct "os-tee-o-ˌpɔːr-ə-sɪs" (UK) or "os-tee-o-ˌpɔr-ə-sɪs" (US). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the third syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The "o" in "osteoporosis" can be mispronounced as a short "o" sound. It should be pronounced as a long "o" as in "oh." Tip: Focus on elongating the "o" in the second syllable.
- Skipping syllables: Some may pronounce "osteoporosis" as "osteporosis," omitting the "e." This leads to a loss of clarity. Tip: Ensure that each syllable is pronounced clearly: "os-tee-o-ˌpɔːr-ə-sɪs."
- Blending sounds: Learners might blend the "t" and "e" sounds, saying "osteoprosis." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Articulate the "t" distinctly before moving to the "e" sound.
- Mispronouncing the final "s": Some might say "osteoporosiss" with an extra "s" sound at the end. The correct pronunciation ends with a clear "s" sound. Tip: Practice the ending by saying "sɪs" clearly, avoiding any extra sounds.