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algae
Definition:
(nou) primitive chlorophyll-containing mainly aquatic eukaryotic organisms lacking true stems and roots and leaves
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈældʒiː
Examples:
The algae in the pool are hard to move.
The red algae are put in the Chromalveolata.
A contribution to the freshwater algae of the north of Irelad.
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Common mistakes of algae pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "al-GEE" instead of the correct "AL-gee" (/ˈæl.dʒiː/ for US and /ˈæl.dʒiː/ for UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is pronouncing the "a" as in "cat" instead of the correct "æ" sound as in "man" (/æ/). Tip: Practice saying "algae" slowly to get the vowel sound right.
- Silent letters: Some people may mistakenly pronounce the "g" as a hard "g" (/g/) instead of the soft "j" sound (/dʒ/). Tip: Focus on the "g" sounding like "j" to achieve the correct pronunciation.
- Omitting the final vowel: Learners may drop the final "e," making it sound like "alga" (/ˈæl.ɡə/). Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "e" at the end clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Mispronouncing the "e": Some may pronounce the "e" at the end as a long "ee" sound instead of the schwa (/ə/). Tip: Make sure the final "e" is quick and soft, almost like a whisper.