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alkaline
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈælkəlaɪn
Examples:
The alkali metals and the alkaline earth metals all form saline hydrides.
It has the tolerant of alkaline soils.
The stomach is acidic, the intestines are alkaline.
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Common mistakes of alkaline pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "al-KA-line" instead of "AL-ka-line" (ˈæl.kə.laɪn in US, ˈæl.kə.laɪn in UK). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for correct stress.
- Vowel confusion: The "a" in "alkaline" is often mispronounced. Some say "a" like in "cat," while it should sound like "a" in "father" (ˈæl.kə.laɪn). Tip: Practice the "a" sound by comparing it to "father."
- Syllable omission: Learners sometimes drop the middle syllable, saying "ALK-line" instead of "AL-ka-line" (ˈæl.kə.laɪn). Tip: Remember to pronounce all three syllables clearly to avoid confusion.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The ending "ine" is often mispronounced as "een" instead of "in" (ˈæl.kə.laɪn). Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the correct "in" sound.
- Unfamiliarity with "k": Some may pronounce "k" softly or as "g," saying "al-galine." The correct pronunciation is with a clear "k" sound (ˈæl.kə.laɪn). Tip: Emphasize the "k" for clarity.