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cholla
Definition:
(nou) arborescent cacti having very spiny cylindrical stem segments; southwestern United States and Mexico
Examples:
The cane cholla or walking stick cholla, tree cholla, chainlink cactus' , etc.
The teddy bear cholla is extremely flammable.
Consequently, some species of these beetles are also known as cholla beetles.
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Common mistakes of cholla pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "cho-LLA" instead of the correct "CHO-la" (ˈtʃoʊ.lə in US, ˈtʃɒ.lə in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for correct pronunciation.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "cholla" with a short "o" sound, saying "choll-a" instead of the correct "cho" (ˈtʃoʊ in US, ˈtʃɒ in UK). Tip: Focus on making the "o" sound long, like in "go."
- Missing the "ch" sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "cholla" as if it starts with a "k" sound, saying "kolla." The correct pronunciation begins with "ch" (ˈtʃ). Tip: Practice saying "ch" as in "chair" to get it right.
- Overemphasizing the "l": Some learners tend to overemphasize the "l" in "cholla," making it sound like "choll-la." The correct pronunciation is smoother, with a single "l" sound (ˈtʃoʊ.lə in US, ˈtʃɒ.lə in UK). Tip: Keep the "l" sound light and quick.
- Ignoring the final "a": A frequent error is dropping the final "a," resulting in "choll." The correct form includes the final "a" sound (ˈtʃoʊ.lə in US, ˈtʃɒ.lə in UK). Tip: Ensure to pronounce the last syllable clearly for full accuracy.