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calculator
Definition:
(nou) an expert at calculation (or at operating calculating machines) (nou) a small machine that is used for mathematical calculations
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkælkjʊleɪtə
Examples:
The calculator unit computes and displays the impact force of the firing pin.
It's you that make the calculation and not the calculator.
See the topic calculator and the seperate pages of the TI calculators.
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Common mistakes of calculator pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on "cal" instead of "cu". In "calculator" (US: ˈkæl.kjə.leɪ.tər, UK: ˈkæl.kjʊ.leɪ.tə), the primary stress is on the second syllable. Tip: Focus on saying "cu" louder and clearer.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some speakers pronounce the "u" in "calculator" as a short "u" sound, like in "cup". However, it should sound like "you" (US: ˈkæl.kjə.leɪ.tər, UK: ˈkæl.kjʊ.leɪ.tə). Tip: Practice saying "you" to get the right sound.
- Missing syllables: People often skip the second syllable, saying "cal-culator" instead of "cal-cu-lator". This makes the word sound incomplete. Tip: Break it down into four syllables: "cal-cu-la-tor".
- Ending sound issues: Some learners mispronounce the ending, saying "tor" with a strong "r" sound. In "calculator", the "t" is softer, and the "or" is more like "ər". Tip: Focus on a lighter "t" and a relaxed "ər" sound.
- Overemphasizing consonants: Some speakers stress the "c" in "calculator" too much, making it sound harsh. The "c" should be pronounced softly. Tip: Say it gently, as in "soft" rather than "hard".