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pharmacy
Definition:
(nou) the art and science of preparing and dispensing drugs and medicines, (nou) a retail shop where medicine and other articles are sold
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfɑːməsi
Examples:
The pharmacy is the part of the store that dispenses medication.
Pharmacology is the study of the effects of drugs, pharmacy is their creation.
Other medical advancements came in the fields of pharmacology and pharmacy.
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Common mistakes of pharmacy pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "phar-MA-cy" instead of the correct "PHAR-ma-cy" (ˈfɑːr.mə.si) in UK English and "FAR-mə-si" (ˈfɑr.mə.si) in US English. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "h": Some people tend to overemphasize the "h" sound, pronouncing it as "PHAR-hma-cy." The correct pronunciation has a soft "h" sound. Tip: Focus on a smooth transition without stressing the "h."
- Ignoring the schwa sound: Learners often pronounce the "a" in the second syllable as a clear vowel instead of a schwa sound. The correct pronunciation features a schwa: "pharmacy" (ˈfɑːr.mə.si). Tip: Practice saying the second syllable quickly and softly.
- Mispronouncing the final "cy": Some may incorrectly say "phar-ma-SEE" instead of "phar-ma-cy." The last syllable should have a short "i" sound. Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the subtle difference in the final syllable.
- Confusing "pharmacy" with "pharmaceutics": Learners sometimes mix up the pronunciation of "pharmacy" with "pharmaceutics," leading to errors. "Pharmaceutics" has different stress and sounds. Tip: Practice each word separately to distinguish their unique sounds and stresses.