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urticaria
Definition:
(nou) an itchy skin eruption characterized by weals with pale interiors and well-defined red margins; usually the result of an allergic response to insect bites or food or drugs
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A subgroup of solar urticaria, fixed solar urticaria, has also been identified.
Eczema may be confused with urticaria.
It is classified as a type of physical urticaria.
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Common mistakes of urticaria pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable instead of the third. "Urticaria" is pronounced as /ˌɜr.tɪˈkeə.ri.ə/ in US and /ˌɜː.tɪˈkɛə.ri.ə/ in UK. Tip: Focus on stressing the "ke" syllable.
- Vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "ur" like "ur" in "fur." The correct sound is /ɜr/ in US and /ɜː/ in UK. Tip: Practice the vowel sound by saying "her" without the "h."
- Mispronouncing "c": The "c" in "urticaria" can be mispronounced as /s/ instead of /k/. It's important to use the hard "k" sound. Tip: Think of the "c" as in "cat" to ensure the correct pronunciation.
- Ignoring the final "a": Learners sometimes drop the final "a," making it sound incomplete. The correct pronunciation includes the final /ə/ sound. Tip: Emphasize the ending by saying "uh" softly to finish the word.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Some might stress every syllable equally, leading to a choppy sound. "Urticaria" should flow smoothly with the main stress on the third syllable. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, focusing on the natural rhythm.