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axis
Definition:
(nou) a straight line through a body or figure that satisfies certain conditions (nou) the main stem or central part about which plant organs or plant parts such as branches are arranged (nou) in World War II the alliance of Germany and Italy in 1936 which later included Japan and other nations (nou) a group of countries in special alliance (nou) the 2nd cervical vertebra; serves as a pivot for turning the head (nou) the center around which something rotates
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈæksɪs
Examples:
The arms pivot about an axis parallel to the longitudinal axis of the anvil.
The handle of the fork is parallel with the axis of the Earth.
The slot is in parallel relation with the axis of the sleeve.
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Common mistakes of axis pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ˈæksɪs" instead of the correct "ˈæksɪs". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is always on the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing "a": A common mistake is pronouncing the "a" in "axis" too strongly, making it sound like "ˈeɪksɪs". Tip: Keep the "a" short and crisp, as in "æ".
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may use a long "i" sound, saying "ˈæksɪs" as "ˈæksɪz". Tip: Ensure the vowel sound is short and clear, resembling "ih" rather than "ee".
- Adding an extra syllable: A few might mistakenly say "ˈæksɪsə" instead of "ˈæksɪs". Tip: Focus on the two syllables and avoid adding unnecessary sounds.
- Confusing with "axis" in different contexts: Some learners confuse the pronunciation of "axis" in mathematical or geographical contexts, leading to variations like "ˈæksəs". Tip: Stick to the standard pronunciation "ˈæksɪs" regardless of context.