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calcium
Definition:
(nou) a white metallic element that burns with a brilliant light; the fifth most abundant element in the earth's crust; an important component of most plants and animals
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkælsɪəm
Examples:
This causes the removal of calcium ions from the troponin.
Any unreacted calcium is slaked to calcium hydroxide.
The chemical compound calcium acetate is the calcium salt of acetic acid.
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Common mistakes of calcium pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "cal-ci-um" /ˈkæl.si.əm/. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "calcium" /ˈkæl.si.əm/.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many pronounce "calcium" with a long "a" as in "face," saying /keɪl.si.əm/. Tip: Use the short "a" sound like in "cat": /ˈkæl.si.əm/.
- Overlooking the "c": Some say "calcium" starting with an "s" sound, as in /ˈsæl.si.əm/. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the initial "c" clearly: /ˈkæl.si.əm/.
- Skipping the "i": A common mistake is to pronounce "calcium" as /ˈkæl.səm/, omitting the "i" sound. Tip: Make sure to include the "i" in the second syllable: /ˈkæl.si.əm/.
- Ending with a hard "m": Some learners pronounce "calcium" with a hard "m" sound, saying /ˈkæl.si.ʌm/. Tip: The correct pronunciation ends softly with /əm/: /ˈkæl.si.əm/.