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antenna
Definition:
(nou) an electrical device that sends or receives radio or television signals (nou) sensitivity similar to that of a receptor organ (nou) one of a pair of mobile appendages on the head of e.g. insects and crustaceans; typically sensitive to touch and taste
Phonetic Transcription:
ænˈtenə
Examples:
Two large radio antenna were also attached to the rear of the bustle.
The antenna feed refers to the components between the antenna and an amplifier.
The antenna is very inefficient.
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Common mistakes of antenna pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "an-ˈten-na". In both US and UK English, the primary stress is on the third syllable: "an-ˈten-na". Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "ten" part.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "an" with a short "a" sound, like "æ" in "cat". The correct pronunciation is with a schwa sound, /ən/, as in "sofa". Tip: Practice saying "uh" for the first syllable.
- Overpronouncing the final syllable: Some speakers may overly articulate the last syllable, making it sound like "na" instead of the softer "nuh". The correct pronunciation is "na" with a schwa sound /nə/. Tip: Keep the last syllable light and quick.
- Mispronouncing the "t": It's common to pronounce the "t" too harshly, making it sound like "d" in "dinner". The correct sound is a clear /t/, as in "top". Tip: Practice saying "t" sharply without adding a vocal sound.
- Confusing "antenna" with "antennae": Some may mix up the singular "antenna" with the plural "antennae", which is pronounced differently. "Antennae" is pronounced /ænˈtɛn.iː/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Remember that "antenna" has three syllables and "antennae" has four.