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ureter
Definition:
(nou) either of a pair of thick-walled tubes that carry urine from the kidney to the urinary bladder
Examples:
It was found to relax the ureter and coronary arteries.
The surgery repositions the original ureter in the bladder wall.
The additional ureter may result in a ureterocele, or an ectopic ureter.
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Common mistakes of ureter pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "u-RE-ter" instead of "URE-ter" (ˈjʊərɪtər in UK, ˈjʊrɪtər in US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for correct pronunciation.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some people pronounce "ureter" with an "a" sound, saying "yur-a-ter." The correct pronunciation uses the "u" sound (ˈjʊər or ˈjʊr). Tip: Focus on the "u" as in "you" for clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "t": A common error is to overpronounce the "t" in "ureter," leading to "u-re-ter" instead of the correct "URE-ter." Tip: Keep the "t" soft and quick, blending it into the flow of the word.
- Omitting syllables: Some may shorten "ureter" to just "ure" or "ter." This changes the word entirely. The full pronunciation is important (ˈjʊərɪtər/ˈjʊrɪtər). Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly to avoid omissions.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "ureter" with "urethra," leading to mispronunciation. "Urethra" has a different stress pattern. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the distinct sounds and stress of each word for better differentiation.