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althea
Definition:
(nou) any of various plants of the genus Althaea; similar to but having smaller flowers than genus Alcea
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Common mistakes of althea pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many pronounce "althea" as /ælˈθiːə/ instead of /ˈælθiə/. This shifts the stress incorrectly. Tip: Emphasize the first syllable for correct pronunciation.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some say "althea" with a long "e" sound, resulting in /ælˈθiːə/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈælθiə/, with a schwa sound in the second syllable. Tip: Focus on the short vowel sound in the second syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "th": A common mistake is to pronounce "althea" with a heavy "th" sound, resulting in /ælθiːə/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈælθiə/, where the "th" is softer. Tip: Keep the "th" light and quick.
- Adding an extra syllable: Some might pronounce "althea" as /ælˈθiːə/ with an added syllable. The correct form is /ˈælθiə/, which has only three syllables. Tip: Practice saying it smoothly to avoid extra syllables.
- Confusing with similar names: People often confuse "althea" with names like "Althea" or "Altheea," leading to mispronunciations. The correct pronunciation is /ˈælθiə/. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the word's unique sound to avoid confusion.