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How to pronounce “saliva”

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Pronunciation guide for saliva

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of saliva with real speech in context.
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8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
Are We Still Human If Robots Help Raise Our Babies?maybe honey-sweetened saliva or premasticated meat,
Definition summary
(physiology) A clear, slightly alkaline liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands, consisting of water, mucin, protein, and enzymes. It moistens the mouth, lubricates ingested food, and begins the breakdown of starches.

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How to pronounce saliva

Are We Still Human If Robots Help Raise Our Babies?

maybe honey-sweetened saliva or premasticated meat,

Example Sentences

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Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • (physiology) A clear, slightly alkaline liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands, consisting of water, mucin, protein, and enzymes. It moistens the mouth, lubricates ingested food, and begins the breakdown of starches.

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