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chalcedony
Definition:
(nou) a milky or greyish translucent to transparent quartz
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Examples include jade and chalcedony.
Not an official gemstone, it is a siliceous chalcedony.
A chalcedony bead forms part of the clasp.
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Common mistakes of chalcedony pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "chal-CE-dony" instead of the correct "CHAL-ce-dony" (/ˈkæl.sə.də.ni/ for US and UK). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
- Vowel sounds: Some mispronounce "chalcedony" with a long "a" sound, saying "chahl-cedony" instead of the correct "chal" with a short "a" (/æ/). Tip: Practice the short "a" sound as in "cat" to improve accuracy.
- Final syllable confusion: A common mistake is pronouncing the last syllable as "nee" instead of "nē" (/ni/). This can lead to saying "chalcedo-NEE." Tip: Remember the "ny" sound is softer, more like "nə" than "nee."
- Missing the "l" sound: Some speakers omit the "l" in the first syllable, saying "chacedony" instead of "chalcedony" (/ˈkæl.sə.də.ni/). Tip: Ensure the "l" is pronounced clearly to maintain the integrity of the word.
- Overemphasizing syllables: A few may overemphasize the last syllable, creating a sound like "chalcedo-ny" instead of the correct "chalcedony." Tip: Keep all syllables balanced and avoid making the last syllable too prominent.