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pus
Definition:
(nou) the tenth month of the Hindu calendar (nou) a fluid product of inflammation
Examples:
Exudative diarrhea occurs with the presence of blood and pus in the stool.
His fingers and toes decayed and pus started to ooze out of the wounds.
At the centre of the inflammation is a wound with pus.
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Common mistakes of pus pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "pus" with an incorrect vowel sound, like /pʌs/ (as in "bus"). Tip: Remember that "pus" uses the /ʌ/ sound, which is more like the "u" in "cup".
- Overemphasizing the "p": A common mistake is to stress the "p" too much, making it sound harsh. Tip: Use a soft "p" sound, ensuring it blends smoothly into the "us" part, pronounced /pʌs/.
- Ignoring the final sound: People sometimes drop the final "s" sound, saying /pʌ/ instead of /pʌs/. Tip: Always include the "s" sound at the end to pronounce "pus" correctly, ensuring clarity.
- Confusing with "plus": Some may confuse "pus" with "plus," leading to a mispronunciation. Tip: Focus on the short "u" vowel sound in "pus" /pʌs/ compared to the "u" in "plus" /plʌs/.
- Mispronouncing the stress: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pu-s" instead of a single syllable. Tip: Remember that "pus" is a one-syllable word, pronounced /pʌs/ with no secondary stress.