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parenchyma
Definition:
(nou) animal tissue that constitutes the essential part of an organ as contrasted with e.g. connective tissue and blood vessels (nou) the primary tissue of higher plants composed of thin-walled cells that remain capable of cell division even when mature; constitutes the greater part of leaves, roots, the pulp of fruits, and the pith of stems
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The parenchyma are the functional parts of an organ in the body.
In the liver, flukes migrate within the parenchyma to search another fluke.
It generally extends into the lung parenchyma.
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Common mistakes of parenchyma pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pa-REN-chy-ma". The correct stress is on the second syllable in US English /pəˈrɛŋ.kɪ.mə/ and UK English /pəˈrɛn.kɪ.mə/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing "REN" to pronounce it correctly.
- Vowel confusion: Some might say "parenchyma" with an "a" sound like in "cat". The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound /ə/ in the first syllable, making it sound like "puh". Tip: Practice saying "puh-REN-kih-muh" to get the vowel sounds right.
- Missing syllable: Learners sometimes drop the last syllable, saying "parenchyma" as "parenchy". This omits the important sound /mə/. Tip: Always ensure to pronounce all syllables clearly, especially the final "ma".
- Incorrect vowel length: Some speakers may pronounce "parenchyma" with a short "i" sound, leading to confusion. The correct pronunciation has a short "i" sound, as in "kit" /ɪ/. Tip: Emphasize the "ch" sound as in "chip" to maintain clarity.
- Overemphasizing consonants: A common mistake is overpronouncing the "ch" as in "church". In "parenchyma", the "ch" is softer, pronounced like "k". Tip: Practice saying "puh-REN-kih-muh" with a gentle "ch" to avoid harsh sounds.