How to pronounce cancer?
A relative of mine is battling cancer, and sometimes when discussing it, I want to ensure I'm speaking clearly. How exactly do you pronounce 'cancer'?
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5 months ago
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The pronunciation can be tricky in English, especially for medical terms. When I go to my doctor, I always ask them to say it slowly so I can get it right. It's best to hear it from a professional, they'll clarify all your doubts.
6 months ago
I totally get why you're asking, it's good to be clear about these things. I always worry I'll say something wrong and people won't understand. It's like 'kan-ser', but make sure to confirm with a doctor if you need to discuss it, okay?
6 months ago
Honestly, sometimes these English words confuse me so much, feels like they're designed to make us feel dumb! 'Cancer' is kaan-ser, right? Hope you don't have to use that word often, touchwood.
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6 months ago
Yaar, it's just 'kan-sir' as in 'sir'. Actually, many English words we use daily have different pronunciations than they look. Don't overthink it too much, most people will understand what you mean.
5 months ago
For pronunication, you can check any reliable online dictionary. But for anything related to health, especially a serious term like this, please don't rely on random internet answers. Always verify medical information with your doctor directly.