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peristalsis
Definition:
(nou) the process of wavelike muscle contractions of the alimentary tract that moves food along
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This is also known as peristalsis.
It also affects peristalsis in the stomach.
It is responsible for gut movement such as peristalsis.
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Common mistakes of peristalsis pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "per-is-ˈtal-sis". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˌper-ɪ-ˈstɑːl-sɪs" (US), "ˌpɛr-ɪ-ˈstɔːl-sɪs" (UK). Tip: Practice emphasizing the "stals" part to master the stress.
- Vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "ˈpɛr" instead of "ˌper". This can lead to confusion in communication. Tip: Use a clear "per" sound, like in "person", to start the word correctly.
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is dropping the second syllable, saying "ˈper-stalsis" instead of "ˌper-ɪ-ˈstalsɪs". This changes the word's clarity. Tip: Break it down into syllables to ensure each one is pronounced.
- Final "s" sound: Some learners may pronounce the last "s" too softly, saying "peristalsi" instead of "peristalsis". This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Make sure to articulate the final "s" clearly, as in "cats".
- Incorrect vowel length: Mispronouncing "stals" with a short vowel can lead to saying "per-ɪ-ˈstæl-sis" instead of "per-ɪ-ˈstɑːl-sɪs". This alters the word significantly. Tip: Focus on elongating the "a" sound in "stals" to get it right.