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cocoon
Definition:
(nou) silky envelope spun by the larvae of many insects to protect pupas and by spiders to protect eggs
Phonetic Transcription:
kəˈkuːn
Examples:
The cocoon is deposited in the soil.
The pupa hibernates in a cocoon.
The pupa develops in a silken cocoon or in the soil.
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Common mistakes of cocoon pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "co-ˈcoon". This is incorrect; the primary stress is on the last syllable: "cocoon" is pronounced /kəˈkuːn/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on stressing the "coon" part.
- Overemphasizing the first syllable: Saying "ˈco-cocoon" with a strong emphasis on the first syllable can lead to misunderstandings. The correct pronunciation places the stress on the second syllable. Tip: Practice saying "cocoon" with a soft "co" and a strong "coon."
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "cocoon" with a short "u" sound, like /kəˈkʊn/. The correct pronunciation uses a long "oo" sound, /kuː/. Tip: Think of words like "moon" or "spoon" to get the right vowel sound.
- Ignoring the "k" sound: Learners sometimes drop the initial "k" sound, saying "o-coon" instead of "cocoon". This changes the word entirely. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "k" clearly at the beginning to maintain the word's integrity.
- Confusing it with similar words: "Cocoon" can be confused with "cousin" or "cocoa," leading to mispronunciation. Each has distinct sounds. Tip: Practice each word separately to recognize their unique phonetic structures, focusing on "cocoon" as /kəˈkuːn/.