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cicada
Definition:
(nou) stout-bodied insect with large membranous wings; male has drum-like organs for producing a high-pitched drone
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The native cicada also became extinct with the loss of the juniper forest.
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In Japan, the cicada is associated with the summer season.
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Common mistakes of cicada pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some people incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying "ci-CA-da" /sɪˈkeɪdə/. Tip: Remember to stress the second syllable in "cicada" with the correct pronunciation /sɪˈkeɪdə/ (US) or /sɪˈkɑːdə/ (UK).
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is pronouncing the first vowel as "e" instead of "i", resulting in "ce-cada". This leads to /sɪˈkeɪdə/. Tip: Focus on the initial sound "si" as in "sit" to avoid this error.
- Ignoring the "c": Some may pronounce "cicada" as "is-cada", dropping the "c" sound. This results in /ɪsˈkeɪdə/. Tip: Clearly articulate the "c" at the beginning, ensuring it sounds like "sik".
- Overemphasizing the last syllable: Some speakers stress the last syllable too much, saying "ci-ca-DA". This leads to /sɪˈkeɪdə/. Tip: Keep the final syllable light and quick to maintain the correct rhythm.
- Mispronouncing the "a": A frequent error is pronouncing the last "a" as "ah" instead of "uh", leading to "cicada" sounding like /sɪˈkɑːdə/. Tip: Use a schwa sound /ə/ for the final "a" to ensure accuracy.