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amphibian
Definition:
(nou) a flat-bottomed motor vehicle that can travel on land or water (nou) an airplane designed to take off and land on water (nou) cold-blooded vertebrate typically living on land but breeding in water; aquatic larvae undergo metamorphosis into adult form
Phonetic Transcription:
æmˈfɪbiən
Examples:
In Yellowstone this frog is abundant and the best known amphibian in the park.
The American green tree frog is the state amphibian of Georgia and Louisiana.
The chemistry of poisons in amphibian skin.
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Common mistakes of amphibian pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable as "am-ˈfibian". The correct stress is on the second syllable: "am-ˈfibian" (US) / "am-ˈfɪbɪən" (UK). Tip: Practice saying "am-" softly and emphasizing "fibian".
- Vowel confusion: Some people mispronounce the "a" in "amphibian" as "æ" instead of the correct "æ" sound in "am". This can lead to confusion with words like "am" and "ham". Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound, similar to "cat".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The "i" in "amphibian" can be mispronounced. It's pronounced as a short "ɪ" sound, not "iː". Mistakes may occur when learners say "am-fib-ee-an". Tip: Say "fib" quickly to maintain the short vowel sound.
- Final syllable pronunciation: Some learners overlook the final syllable and say "amphibian" as "amphibian" with no clear "ən" sound. The correct pronunciation includes the schwa sound /ən/. Tip: Practice saying the last part slowly to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasis on consonants: Some learners may overly stress the "b" and "n" sounds, making "amphibian" sound choppy. The word should flow smoothly. Tip: Try saying "amphibian" in a sing-song manner to keep it fluid.