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cadaver
Definition:
(nou) the dead body of a human being
Phonetic Transcription:
kəˈdɑːvə
Examples:
Then, Faraday and Reed go down to the morgue to examine the new cadaver.
The cadaver presented evidences of strangulation.
In 1851 the stone cadaver was found in the crypt of the chapel.
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Common mistakes of cadaver pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ca-'daver" instead of the correct "'ca-daver". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable (ˈkædævər in US, ˈkædɑːvə in UK).
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce the first vowel as "a" in "cat" instead of the correct "a" in "father". This leads to a mispronunciation of "cadaver". Tip: Focus on the "æ" sound, which is similar to the "a" in "sad" (ˈkædævər).
- Silent letters: Learners may mistakenly pronounce the "d" in "cadaver" as a hard "d" rather than a softer sound. Tip: The "d" should blend smoothly with the preceding vowel, making it sound less pronounced (ˈkædævər).
- Ignoring the ending: Some people omit the final "er" sound, saying "cadav" instead of "cadaver". Tip: Ensure to articulate the final syllable clearly to maintain the word's integrity (ˈkædævər in US, ˈkædɑːvə in UK).
- Overemphasizing syllables: A common mistake is overemphasizing the second syllable, resulting in "ca-da-'ver". Tip: Keep the syllables balanced, with the first syllable being the most prominent (ˈkædævər).