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bitumen
Definition:
(nou) any of various naturally occurring impure mixtures of hydrocarbons
Examples:
The original loft floor of timber remains, caulked with oakum and bitumen.
Its flat roof was also made of concrete, topped with bitumen waterproofing.
Dilbit is short for diluted bitumen.
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Common mistakes of bitumen pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "bi-TU-men" [bɪˈtjuː.mən] in UK English. The correct stress is on the first syllable, "BIT-umen" [ˈbɪt.jə.mən]. Tip: Focus on emphasizing "BIT" when saying the word.
- Vowel confusion: Some learners mispronounce the first vowel, using "i" as in "bit" instead of "i" as in "bitumen" [ˈbɪt.jə.mən]. This leads to a flat sound. Tip: Practice saying "bit" clearly to maintain the correct vowel sound.
- Incorrect syllable count: A common mistake is reducing "bitumen" to two syllables, saying "BIT-um" [ˈbɪt.əm]. The word has three syllables. Tip: Break it down into three parts: "BIT-u-men" [ˈbɪt.jə.mən] for clarity.
- Mispronouncing the "u": Some people pronounce the "u" in "bitumen" as "oo," leading to "BIT-oomen." This alters the meaning. Tip: Remember that the "u" is pronounced as "yuh" [jə] in this context.
- Regional variations: In some regions, "bitumen" is pronounced with a different vowel sound, like "bit-UM-en" [bɪˈtʃuː.mən]. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Pay attention to the standard pronunciations in your area, focusing on the correct IPA sounds.