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seborrhea
Definition:
(nou) a condition in which overactivity of the sebaceous glands causes the skin to become oily
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It can be due to infection, seborrhea, trauma or allergy.
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Common mistakes of seborrhea pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many people place stress on the second syllable, saying "seborrhea" as /ˌsɛbəˈriːə/. The correct stress is on the third syllable: /ˌsɛbəˈriːə/. Tip: Focus on the third syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Mispronouncing the "b": Some individuals pronounce "seborrhea" with a hard "b" sound, resulting in /ˌsɛbɔˈriːə/. The correct pronunciation has a softer "b" sound. Tip: Practice saying "seborrhea" with a lighter "b" to improve clarity.
- Omitting the "r" sound: A common mistake is to drop the "r" in the second syllable, resulting in /ˌsɛbəˈiːə/. The "r" should be pronounced clearly. Tip: Emphasize the "r" to maintain the integrity of the word.
- Confusing the ending: Some may incorrectly pronounce the ending as /ˈhɛə/ instead of the correct /ˈriːə/. This alters the meaning. Tip: Remember that the last part of "seborrhea" sounds like "ree-uh."
- Vowel mispronunciation: People often pronounce the "e" in the first syllable as a long vowel, saying /ˈsiːbɔˈriːə/. The correct sound is a short "e": /ˌsɛbəˈriːə/. Tip: Use a short "e" sound to align with standard pronunciation.