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physiological
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌfɪzɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl
Examples:
A hunger strike is violating a physiological need.
The function of this physiological reaction was to protect the fetus.
The physiological mechanisms driving the rebound are defensive.
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Common mistakes of physiological pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "phy-si-ˈo-logical". In both US and UK English, the primary stress is on the fourth syllable: "ˌfɪz.i.əˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl". Tip: Remember to emphasize "log" when pronouncing "physiological".
- Vowel sounds: Some people mispronounce the "i" in the second syllable as "ee" instead of the short "i" sound. In "physiological", the correct pronunciation is "ɪ" as in "bit". Tip: Practice saying "fit" to get the right sound.
- Silent letters: Learners often mispronounce "physiological" by over-emphasizing the "y" sound, resulting in "phyziological". The correct pronunciation includes a soft "y" sound, as in "ˌfɪz.i.əˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl". Tip: Focus on blending the "y" with the preceding "i".
- Syllable reduction: Some might pronounce all syllables equally, leading to a flat delivery. In "physiological", the unstressed syllables should be softer: "ˌfɪz.i.əˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl". Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, emphasizing the stressed syllables.
- Consonant clarity: A common mistake is to blend the "g" and "i" sounds, creating confusion. In "physiological", the "g" should be clear, pronounced as "g" in "go". Tip: Isolate the "g" sound to ensure clarity in pronunciation.