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astronomy
Definition:
(nou) the branch of physics that studies celestial bodies and the universe as a whole
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈstrɒnəmi
Examples:
The objects of astronomy are basic to the real universe.
He majored in astronomy, the science of the stars and universe.
What is the use of the micrometer in astronomy
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Common mistakes of astronomy pronunciation
- Stress on the wrong syllable: Many people stress the first syllable, pronouncing it as "AS-tronomy." However, the correct stress is on the second syllable: /əˈstrɒn.ə.mi/ (UK) and /əˈstrɑː.nə.mi/ (US). Tip: Focus on saying "stron" louder than the other parts.
- Mispronouncing the "a": Some might pronounce the "a" in "astronomy" like the "a" in "cat." The correct sound is more like the "a" in "sofa," represented as /ə/. Tip: Practice saying "uh" before "stronomy" to get it right.
- Confusing the "o" sound: The "o" in "astronomy" can be mispronounced as a long "o" sound, like in "go." Instead, it should be pronounced as a short "o" sound: /ɒ/ (UK) or /ɑː/ (US). Tip: Think of the "o" in "on" for the correct pronunciation.
- Ignoring the "y" at the end: Some may drop the "y" sound at the end, making it sound like "astronom." The correct pronunciation includes the "y" as /mi/. Tip: Remember to finish strong with "mee" to complete the word.
- Overemphasizing the "n": A common mistake is to overly stress the "n," resulting in a nasal sound. The "n" should be pronounced clearly but not exaggerated: /n/. Tip: Keep the "n" light and smooth, connecting it naturally with the following syllable.