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retina
Definition:
(nou) the innermost light-sensitive membrane covering the back wall of the eyeball; it is continuous with the optic nerve
Examples:
The functional part of the eye is the retina.
Color is the qualitatively divided activity of the retina.
It is thought to enhance nutrition for the cells of the retina.
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Common mistakes of retina pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "re-TI-na" instead of the correct "RE-ti-na" (ˈrɛtɪnə). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce "retina" with a long "e" sound, saying "ree-tina" instead of "retina" (ˈrɛtɪnə). Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound in the first syllable to avoid this mistake.
- Syllable omission: A common error is dropping the middle syllable, resulting in "retna." This alters the word to an incorrect form. Tip: Practice saying all three syllables clearly: "RE-ti-na."
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some might pronounce the "i" in "retina" as a long "i," saying "ret-eena." This is not correct. Tip: Use a short "i" sound as in "hit" for clarity.
- Ending sound confusion: Learners sometimes mispronounce the ending, saying "retina" as "retinuh." This adds an unnecessary schwa sound. Tip: Ensure the final syllable is pronounced as "na" (nə) without adding extra sounds.