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vagina
Definition:
(nou) the lower part of the female reproductive tract; a moist canal in female mammals extending from the labia minora to the uterus
Examples:
The female reproductive system consists of the uterus and vagina.
The location of the Skene's gland is the general area of the vagina.
At the lower end of the uterus the cervix connects the uterus to the vagina.
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Common mistakes of vagina pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "va-GI-na" /vəˈdʒaɪ.nə/ instead of the correct "VA-gi-na" /vəˈdʒɪ.nə/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Pronouncing "g" as "j": Some mistakenly say "va-JI-na" /vəˈdʒaɪ.nə/, using a "j" sound instead of the correct hard "g". Tip: Use a hard "g" as in "go" when saying "vagina".
- Overemphasizing the "a": A common error is to overpronounce the "a" in "vagina", making it sound like "va-GA-na" /vəˈɡeɪ.nə/. Tip: Keep the "a" short and quick to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Skipping the second syllable: Some may say "VA-na" /ˈveɪ.nə/, omitting the second syllable entirely. Tip: Ensure to pronounce all syllables clearly, especially the second one, to avoid confusion.
- Confusing with similar words: People might confuse "vagina" with "vigilant" or "vagabond", leading to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Focus on the distinct sounds in "vagina" /vəˈdʒɪ.nə/ to differentiate it from similar-sounding words.