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aquatic
Definition:
(nou) a plant that lives in or on water
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈkwætɪk
Examples:
They are cousins of the aquatic frogs and live most of the time in the water.
The shell and the fish both emphasize the aquatic aspect of the building.
Assam is bestowed with vast and varied aquatic life covering spannning hectares that support plenteous fresh water fish biodiversity.
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Common mistakes of aquatic pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "a-QUA-tic" /əˈkwætɪk/ (US) instead of the first. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, "A-quatic" /əˈkwɒtɪk/ (UK).
- Vowel confusion: Some people pronounce the first vowel sound as "ah" instead of "uh," resulting in "ah-quatic." Tip: Focus on the "uh" sound in the first syllable to say "a-quatic" correctly.
- Missing the "c" sound: A common mistake is to drop the "c" sound, leading to "a-kwat-ic." Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the "c" after the "qua" to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Learners sometimes stress the "t" too much, saying "aquat-ic" instead of "aquatic." Tip: Keep the "t" light and quick to ensure a smooth flow in pronunciation.
- Incorrect ending: Some may end with "ick" instead of "ic," pronouncing it as "aqua-tick." Tip: Remember that the ending should sound like "ic," not "ick," to pronounce "aquatic" accurately.