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apparatus
Definition:
(nou) equipment designed to serve a specific function (nou) a group of body parts that work together to perform a given function
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌæpəˈreɪtəs
Examples:
The axle is coupled to the converting device of the recycling apparatus.
The apparatus has a conveyor for moving the case through the apparatus.
The apparatus is assembled as in the diagram.
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Common mistakes of apparatus pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ap-ˈpar-at-us". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˌap-ə-ˈræt-əs". Tip: Practice emphasizing the "ræt" part to get it right.
- Vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "a" in "apparatus" as "æ" instead of "ə", leading to "ˌæp-ə-ˈræt-əs". This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the schwa sound "ə" in unstressed syllables for clarity.
- Syllable count: A common mistake is miscounting the syllables, saying "ap-par-at-us" instead of "ap-pa-ra-tus". The word has five syllables. Tip: Break it down as "ˌap-ə-ˈræt-əs" to recognize all parts.
- Final "s" sound: Some may pronounce the final "s" as a voiced "z", leading to "ˌap-ə-ˈræt-əz". The correct pronunciation is with an unvoiced "s": "ˌap-ə-ˈræt-əs". Tip: Practice saying "s" softly at the end.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Learners sometimes overemphasize the vowels, making it sound too long, as in "ˌap-ə-ˈra-tus". The correct pronunciation is smoother and quicker. Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the natural rhythm.