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equine
Definition:
(nou) hoofed mammals having slender legs and a flat coat with a narrow mane along the back of the neck
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈekwaɪn
Examples:
Association of bovine papillomavirus with the equine sarcoid.
The equine forelimb is the front, or thoracic limb of the horse.
Merychippus was the first equine to have the distinctive head of today's horses.
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Common mistakes of equine pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "e-QUINE" instead of "E-quine". Tip: Remember the primary stress is on the first syllable, pronounced as /ˈɛk.waɪn/ in both US and UK.
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in the first syllable is often mispronounced. Some say "equin" with a short "e" sound. Tip: Use the "ɛ" sound as in "bed" for the first syllable, not "i" as in "bit".
- Overemphasizing the "qu": Learners sometimes overemphasize the "qu" sound, making it sound too pronounced. Tip: Keep the "qu" soft and smooth, blending it into the following vowel, resulting in /kw/ as in "queen".
- Incorrect final sound: Some pronounce "equine" ending with a hard "n" sound instead of the correct nasal sound. Tip: Ensure the final sound is a soft "n" as in "nine", not a hard "n" as in "net".
- Omitting the second syllable: A common mistake is to pronounce "equine" as a single syllable, "ekwin". Tip: Remember to articulate both syllables clearly, ensuring the "waɪn" is pronounced distinctly.