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deciduous
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈsɪdjʊəs
Examples:
The species occurs in deciduous forests and scrub.
It occurs in coniferous and deciduous forests throughout the world.
Kutaisi is surrounded by deciduous forests to the northeast and the northwest.
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Common mistakes of deciduous pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people stress the second syllable, saying "de-CID-uous". The correct stress is on the second syllable, "de-'CID-uous" (US: /dɪˈsɪdʒ.u.əs/, UK: /dɪˈsɪdʒ.u.əs/). Tip: Remember to emphasize "CID" when pronouncing "deciduous".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "deciduous" with an "a" sound as in "cat", saying "da-CID-uous". The vowels should be pronounced as "i" in "sit" and "u" in "put". Tip: Focus on the correct vowel sounds to enhance clarity.
- Omitting syllables: A common mistake is to say "decidous", dropping the "u". This alters the word's meaning and pronunciation. The full form is "de-CID-u-ous". Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly to avoid omitting any parts.
- Overemphasizing the "u": Some speakers overemphasize the "u" in "deciduous", saying "de-CID-U-uous". The "u" should be a quick sound, not overly stressed. Tip: Keep the "u" light and brief, transitioning smoothly from "CID" to "ous".
- Mispronouncing the ending: People may say "deciduous" with a hard "s" sound at the end, like "deciduous". The correct pronunciation ends softly, "ous" as in "us". Tip: Focus on a softer ending to match the correct pronunciation.