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anode
Definition:
(nou) a positively charged electrode by which electrons leave an electrical device (nou) the negatively charged terminal of a voltaic cell or storage battery that supplies current
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈænəʊd
Examples:
Copper is the cathode and zinc the anode.
The nozzle is the cathode, and the electrode is the anode.
In this case copper is the cathode and zinc the anode.
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Common mistakes of anode pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "an-ODE". The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈæn.oʊd/ (US), /ˈæn.əʊd/ (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable when pronouncing "anode".
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "anode" with a short "a" as in "cat", resulting in /ˈkæt.oʊd/. The correct pronunciation starts with a short "a" as in "man": /ˈæn.oʊd/. Tip: Focus on the "a" sound in "anode" to avoid confusion.
- Omitting the final sound: A common mistake is dropping the final "d", leading to "an-oh". The full pronunciation is /ˈæn.oʊd/ (US), /ˈæn.əʊd/ (UK). Tip: Ensure to clearly articulate the "d" at the end of "anode".
- Incorrect vowel length: Some learners may pronounce the "o" in "anode" too short, saying /ˈæn.əd/. The correct vowel sound is longer, as in "go": /ˈæn.oʊd/ (US), /ˈæn.əʊd/ (UK). Tip: Practice elongating the "o" sound when saying "anode".
- Mispronouncing the second syllable: A frequent error is pronouncing the second syllable as "id", resulting in "an-id". The correct pronunciation is "ode": /ˈæn.oʊd/ (US), /ˈæn.əʊd/ (UK). Tip: Make sure the second syllable sounds like "ode" to pronounce "anode" correctly.