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How to pronounce:
vein
Definition:
(nou) a blood vessel that carries blood from the capillaries toward the heart (nou) a distinctive style or manner (nou) any of the vascular bundles or ribs that form the branching framework of conducting and supporting tissues in a leaf or other plant organ (nou) a layer of ore between layers of rock (nou) one of the horny ribs that stiffen and support the wing of an insect
Phonetic Transcription:
veɪn
Examples:
Portal venous pressure is the blood pressure in the portal vein.
The iliolumbar vein is the vena comitans of the iliolumbar artery.
The head and neck are emptied of blood by the subclavian vein and jugular vein.
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Common mistakes of vein pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "vein" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying "veen" instead of the correct /veɪn/. Tip: Focus on the diphthong /eɪ/ to ensure the correct pronunciation.
- Confusing with "vain": "Vein" can be mistakenly pronounced like "vain" (/veɪn/), leading to confusion. Tip: Remember that "vein" refers to blood vessels, while "vain" relates to self-importance.
- Ignoring the final sound: Some learners omit the final /n/ sound, saying "vei" instead of "vein" (/veɪn/). Tip: Practice ending with a clear /n/ to maintain clarity in your speech.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Incorrectly stressing the first syllable as in "VEIN" can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Remember that "vein" is a single-syllable word, so stress falls on the whole word.
- Overemphasizing the "v" sound: Some may pronounce "vein" with an exaggerated "v" sound, making it sound harsh. Tip: Keep the "v" soft and blend it smoothly into the vowel sound for a natural pronunciation.