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sepsis
Definition:
(nou) the presence of pus-forming bacteria or their toxins in the blood or tissues
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsepsɪs
Examples:
He contracted pneumonia and sepsis and slipped into a coma by the next day.
He contracted pneumonia and sepsis, and slipped into a coma by the next day.
The girl died of sepsis.
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Common mistakes of sepsis pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners may stress the first syllable, saying "SEPS-is" instead of the correct "SEP-sis" (/ˈsɛp.sɪs/ in US and UK). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: The "e" in "sepsis" can be mispronounced as a long vowel, leading to "seepsis." The correct pronunciation is with a short "e" sound (/ɛ/). Tip: Focus on the short "e" as in "bed."
- Overemphasizing the final "s": Some may pronounce "sepsis" with an exaggerated final "s," sounding like "sepsiss." The correct pronunciation ends with a softer "s" sound. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to get the final sound right.
- Omitting the second syllable: Learners might say "sep" instead of "sepsis," dropping the second syllable entirely. The correct pronunciation includes both syllables: "SEP-sis." Tip: Break the word into two parts to ensure you pronounce both clearly.
- Confusing with similar terms: Some may confuse "sepsis" with "septic," leading to incorrect pronunciation. "Sepsis" has a distinct pronunciation (/ˈsɛp.sɪs/) compared to "septic" (/ˈsɛp.tɪk/). Tip: Familiarize yourself with the differences in pronunciation to avoid mix-ups.