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respiratory
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪˈspɪrətr̩i
Examples:
Respiratory disease is the term for diseases of the respiratory system.
The symptoms of respiratory disease differ depending on the disease.
The lungs are the biggest organ in the lower respiratory tract.
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Common mistakes of respiratory pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable in "respiratory" as /ˈrɛs.pə.ˌreɪ.tɔːr.i/ instead of the correct first syllable /ˈrɛs.pə.rə.tɔːr.i/. Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable to sound more accurate.
- Overpronouncing vowels: Some learners may overpronounce the "a" in "respiratory," making it sound like /ˈrɛs.pə.ˌreɪ.tə.r.i/. Tip: Keep the "a" sound subtle and short, as in /ə/, to maintain fluidity.
- Ignoring the "t": The "t" in "respiratory" is often softened or omitted, leading to pronunciations like /ˈrɛs.pə.rə.ɔːr.i/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "t" clearly, as it is essential for proper articulation.
- Confusing with "respiratory": Some may confuse "respiratory" with "respiratory," pronouncing it as /ˈrɛs.pə.ˌrɛt.ɔːr.i/. Tip: Remember that "respiratory" has a distinct sound, particularly in the first syllable, which should be pronounced clearly.
- Mispronouncing the final syllable: The final syllable is sometimes pronounced as /i/ instead of /i/. This leads to saying "respiratory" as /ˈrɛs.pə.rə.tɔːr.i/. Tip: Make sure to use the correct vowel sound in the last syllable for clarity.