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adhesive
Definition:
(nou) a substance that unites or bonds surfaces together
Phonetic Transcription:
ədˈhiːsɪv
Examples:
The glue is strongly adhesive.
The inks remain in the adhesive.
The pulvilli are the adhesive systems of insects.
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Common mistakes of adhesive pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "adhesive" as /ədˈhiː.zɪv/. The correct stress is on the second syllable in US English /ædˈhiː.sɪv/ and UK English /ədˈhiː.zɪv/. Tip: Focus on the "hi" part to emphasize the correct syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce the first syllable as "ad" with a short "a" sound, like in "cat." The correct pronunciation starts with /æd/ in US English and /əd/ in UK English. Tip: Practice saying "add" to get the right sound for "adhesive."
- Ignoring the "h": A common mistake is to pronounce "adhesive" without the "h," resulting in "adesive." This changes the sound significantly. The "h" is crucial in both US /ædˈhiː.sɪv/ and UK /ədˈhiː.zɪv/. Tip: Emphasize the "h" by saying "adhere" first to connect the sounds.
- Overemphasizing the last syllable: Some speakers put too much emphasis on the last syllable, saying "adhesive" as /ædˈhiː.siv/. The last syllable should be lighter. Tip: Keep the "sive" soft and quick to maintain the correct flow of the word.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often mix "adhesive" with "adhere," leading to mispronunciation. "Adhere" is pronounced /ədˈhɪr/ in US English and /ədˈhɪə/ in UK English. Tip: Practice both words separately to avoid confusion and reinforce correct pronunciation.