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fissure
Definition:
(nou) a long narrow depression in a surface (nou) a long narrow opening (nou) a long narrow slit or groove that divides an organ into lobes
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfɪʃə
Examples:
The fissure eruptions resulted in lava flowing from the fissure.
The fissure between the organizations was thus widened.
The head region with the fissure is in the top of the image.
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Common mistakes of fissure pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "fis-SURE" instead of the correct "FIS-sure". Tip: Remember that in "fissure", the primary stress is on the first syllable (ˈfɪʃ.ər in US, ˈfɪʃ.ə in UK).
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "fissure" with an "i" sound as in "machine", resulting in "fee-sure". Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound as in "fish" (ˈfɪʃ) to pronounce it correctly.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Learners may pronounce "fissure" with a strong "r" at the end, saying "fissur" instead of the softer ending. Tip: Keep the "r" subtle, as in "fissure" (ˈfɪʃ.ər in US, ˈfɪʃ.ə in UK).
- Skipping the second syllable: Some people say "fis" and drop the "sure", resulting in a one-syllable pronunciation. Tip: Make sure to articulate both syllables clearly: "FIS-sure" (ˈfɪʃ.ər in US, ˈfɪʃ.ə in UK).
- Confusing "fissure" with "fisher": This mistake happens when learners pronounce "fissure" like "fisher". Tip: Remember that "fissure" has two syllables, while "fisher" is one syllable, helping you distinguish between the two.