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anole
Definition:
(nou) small arboreal tropical American insectivorous lizards with the ability to change skin color
Examples:
The blue anole is the only pure blue lizard in the world.
Common synonyms include the green anole, American anole and red throated anole.
Both the brown anole and the green anole molt shed .
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Common mistakes of anole pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on "anole," saying /əˈnoʊl/ instead of /ˈæn.oʊl/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, "an."
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "anole" with a short "a," as in /əˈnɔl/. This is not accurate for the standard pronunciation. Tip: Use the /æ/ sound as in "cat" for the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the second syllable: A common mistake is to overly stress the second syllable, saying /ə.nˈoʊl/. Tip: Keep the second syllable lighter; it should be pronounced quickly and smoothly.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "anole" with "anomaly," leading to mispronunciation. "Anole" should sound like /ˈæn.oʊl/, while "anomaly" is /əˈnɑː.mə.li/. Tip: Focus on the distinct syllable structure to avoid confusion.
- Ignoring the "o" sound: Some might pronounce "anole" as /ˈænəl/, dropping the "o" sound entirely. Tip: Make sure to articulate the "o" clearly to maintain the correct pronunciation.