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adobe
Definition:
(nou) the clay from which adobe bricks are made (nou) sun-dried brick; used in hot dry climates
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈdəʊbi
Examples:
The fort was primarily made of adobe bricks and wood from mesquite trees.
The adobe was damaged in the earthquake.
Most of the inhabitants live in houses of adobe.
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Common mistakes of adobe pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many pronounce "adobe" with a short "a" sound, like "a" in "cat." The correct pronunciation is /əˈdoʊ.bi/ (US) or /əˈdəʊ.bi/ (UK). Tip: Focus on elongating the "o" sound.
- Stress misplacement: Some say "adobe" with equal stress on both syllables or on the first syllable. The primary stress is on the second syllable: /əˈdoʊ.bi/ (US) or /əˈdəʊ.bi/ (UK). Tip: Practice emphasizing the second syllable.
- Silent letters confusion: It's common to mistakenly pronounce the "d" in "adobe." The "d" is pronounced, leading to /əˈdoʊ.bi/ (US) or /əˈdəʊ.bi/ (UK). Tip: Ensure you articulate the "d" clearly.
- Overemphasis on the "e": Some learners stress the final "e" too much, making it sound like "adobe-e." The correct pronunciation ends with a soft "bi" sound, not "bee." Tip: Keep the final syllable light and quick.
- Mispronouncing as "adobe" instead of "adobi": Some might confuse the pronunciation with "adobi," altering the vowel sound in the second syllable. The proper form is /əˈdoʊ.bi/ (US) or /əˈdəʊ.bi/ (UK). Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the correct sound.