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skeletal
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈskelətəl
Examples:
The stapedius is the smallest skeletal muscle in the human body.
Most of the calcium is stored in the skeletal bone complex.
It is necessary to refill the glycogen stores in the skeletal muscles and liver.
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Common mistakes of skeletal pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ske-LET-al" instead of the correct "SKE-le-tal" (ˈskɛlɪtəl for US, ˈskɛlɪtəl for UK). Tip: Focus on the first syllable to emphasize the correct pronunciation.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some pronounce "skeletal" with a short "e," sounding like "skel-it-al." The correct vowel sound in the first syllable is a clear "e" as in "bed" (ˈskɛl). Tip: Practice the "e" sound by comparing it to similar words like "sell."
- Missing syllables: Learners may omit the second syllable, pronouncing it as "SKEL-tal." This reduces the word to two syllables instead of three (ˈskɛlɪtəl). Tip: Break the word down into three distinct syllables while speaking.
- Final "t" sound: Some people soften the "t" at the end, saying "skelet-al" instead of "skeletal." The "t" should be clearly pronounced (ˈskɛlɪtəl). Tip: Practice saying "t" more forcefully to ensure clarity in your speech.
- Overemphasis on "al": A common mistake is overemphasizing the last syllable, resulting in "skelet-AL." The correct pronunciation keeps the last syllable less stressed (ˈskɛlɪtəl). Tip: Keep the final syllable light and quick to maintain proper rhythm.