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aerobic
Phonetic Transcription:
eəˈrəʊbɪk
Examples:
They are heterotrophs that normally respire by aerobic means.
Oxygen has a special role in the metabolism of aerobic organisms.
The article on aerobic exercise is mute on the issue.
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Common mistakes of aerobic pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "aer-O-bic" /ˌɛəˈrəʊbɪk/. The correct stress is on the third syllable, "aer-o-BIC" /eɪˈroʊbɪk/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the last syllable when pronouncing "aerobic".
- Vowel confusion: Some learners pronounce the first syllable as "air" instead of "ay" in "aerobic". This leads to a mispronunciation like "air-RO-bic". The correct pronunciation starts with "ay" /eɪ/. Tip: Practice saying "aerobic" slowly, focusing on the initial vowel sound.
- Ignoring the schwa: The second syllable in "aerobic" is often mispronounced with a clear vowel sound, leading to "aer-OH-bic". The correct pronunciation uses a schwa /ə/, making it "aer-ə-bic". Tip: Remember that unstressed syllables often contain a schwa sound.
- Overemphasizing consonants: Some speakers may overemphasize the "r" in "aerobic", resulting in "aer-RO-bic". The "r" should be pronounced lightly. Tip: Keep the "r" subtle to maintain the smooth flow of the word.
- Incorrect syllable division: Learners sometimes break "aerobic" into three syllables, saying "a-er-o-bic". The word actually has four syllables: "aer-o-bic" /eɪˈroʊbɪk/. Tip: Practice saying the word as a single unit to improve fluency.