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amoeba
Definition:
(nou) naked freshwater or marine or parasitic protozoa that form temporary pseudopods for feeding and locomotion
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Thus, it is an amoeba of flagellate ancestry.
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The tadpole character can swim around the pond eating amoeba.
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Common mistakes of amoeba pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some people mispronounce "amoeba" as /əˈmiːbə/ instead of the correct /əˈmiː.bə/. Tip: Focus on the second syllable being stressed and ensure the "o" is pronounced as a schwa sound /ə/.
- Skipping the second syllable: A common mistake is to pronounce "amoeba" as "amiba" by omitting the second syllable. Tip: Remember to clearly articulate both syllables: "a" and "moeba".
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "AMO-eba" instead of the correct "a-MOE-ba". Tip: Practice emphasizing the second syllable "moe" to get the stress right.
- Pronouncing "b" as "p": Some may say "amoepa" instead of "amoeba", confusing the "b" sound with a "p". Tip: Ensure that the "b" is voiced, making it sound distinct from "p".
- Overemphasizing "a": Learners might overpronounce the first "a" in "amoeba", sounding like "A-moe-ba". Tip: Keep the first "a" subtle, as it is a schwa sound /ə/, to maintain the correct flow.