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quadriplegic
Definition:
(nou) a person who is paralyzed in both arms and both legs
Examples:
The attack left him a quadriplegic.
A passenger in the car was left an incomplete quadriplegic.
A brilliant scientist who happens to be a quadriplegic.
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Common mistakes of quadriplegic pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many people misplace the stress in "quadriplegic", saying it as /ˌkwɒdrɪˈpliːdʒɪk/ instead of the correct /ˌkwɒdrɪˈpliːdʒɪk/ (UK) or /ˌkwɑːdrɪˈpliːdʒɪk/ (US). Tip: Focus on stressing the third syllable "ple".
- Vowel confusion: Some learners confuse the vowel sounds in "quadriplegic", pronouncing it as "quadra-plegic". The correct pronunciation includes the "i" sound, as in /ˌkwɒdrɪˈpliːdʒɪk/. Tip: Practice the "i" sound to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasis on consonants: A common mistake is overemphasizing the "q" and "g" sounds, leading to a harsh pronunciation. The correct articulation is smoother: /ˌkwɒdrɪˈpliːdʒɪk/. Tip: Relax your mouth to create a more fluid sound.
- Mispronouncing the "plegic" part: Some pronounce "plegic" as "plee-jik", which is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /ˈpliːdʒɪk/. Tip: Break it down into "ple" and "gic" to practice the correct sounds.
- Ignoring the syllable count: Learners sometimes say "quadriplegic" as if it has fewer syllables, missing the correct count of five. The breakdown is /ˌkwɒdrɪˈpliːdʒɪk/. Tip: Count the syllables while pronouncing to maintain clarity.