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tuberculosis

Definition:

(nou) infection transmitted by inhalation or ingestion of tubercle bacilli and manifested in fever and small lesions (usually in the lungs but in various other parts of the body in acute stages)

Phonetic Transcription:

tju:ˌbɜːkjʊˈləʊsɪs

Examples:

Cough is however the first symptom of the infection with M. tuberculosis.

He died of tuberculosis.

He was dying of tuberculosis of the larynx.

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Common mistakes of tuberculosis pronunciation

Stress placement error: Some learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "tu-BER-cu-lo-sis". The correct stress is on the third syllable: /tjuːˌbɜːr.kjʊˈloʊ.sɪs/ (US), /tjuːˈbɜː.kjʊ.lə.sɪs/ (UK). Tip: Focus on saying "lo" with emphasis.
Vowel mispronunciation: The "u" in the first syllable may be pronounced as "u" in "cup" instead of "u" in "tube". The correct pronunciation is /tjuː/ (US/UK). Tip: Start with the "yoo" sound, not "tu".
Syllable omission: Some speakers may drop the "cu" syllable, saying "tu-ber-cles" instead of "tu-BER-cu-lo-sis". Each syllable is essential for clarity. Tip: Practice each syllable clearly: "tu-BER-cu-lo-sis".
Final syllable confusion: The last syllable is often pronounced as "sis" instead of "sɪs". The correct ending is /sɪs/ (US/UK). Tip: Emphasize the short "i" sound in the final syllable.
Incorrect linking: When speaking quickly, some may link "tuberculosis" incorrectly, blending it into one long word. The correct pronunciation separates the syllables clearly. Tip: Practice saying it slowly to maintain clarity: "tu-BER-cu-lo-sis".

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "tuberculosis" correctly?

The correct pronunciation of "tuberculosis" in IPA is /tjuːˌbɜːr.kjʊˈloʊ.sɪs/ in US English and /tjuːˈbɜː.kjʊ.lə.sɪs/ in UK English. The primary stress is on the fourth syllable, "lo," and the secondary stress is on the second syllable, "ber."

What are the syllables in "tuberculosis"?

The word "tuberculosis" has five syllables: tu-ber-cu-lo-sis. Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the first syllable sounding like "too," the second as "ber," and so on. Recognizing the syllable breaks can help with proper pronunciation.

Is there a schwa sound in "tuberculosis"?

Yes, the word "tuberculosis" contains a schwa sound, represented by the "o" in the last syllable "sis." This vowel sound is pronounced as /ə/, making it softer and less stressed compared to the other syllables.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "tuberculosis"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the wrong syllable, which can lead to misunderstandings. Additionally, some may pronounce the "c" in "tuberculosis" too harshly, instead of the softer "k" sound.