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fluid
Definition:
(nou) a substance that is fluid at room temperature and pressure (nou) continuous amorphous matter that tends to flow and to conform to the outline of its container: a liquid or a gas
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfluːɪd
Examples:
Cooler fluid from the surroundings moves in to replace the buoyant fluid.
Hydrostatics, also known as fluid statics, is the study of fluids at rest.
Ions of the diffuse layer are located in the fluid and can move with the fluid.
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Common mistakes of fluid pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "fluid" with a short "u" sound, like in "put." The correct pronunciation is /ˈfluː.ɪd/ in US English and /ˈflʊ.ɪd/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on elongating the "u" sound.
- Ignoring the "l" sound: A common mistake is omitting the "l" sound, leading to "fuid." The "l" should be clearly pronounced, as in /ˈfluː.ɪd/ (US) and /ˈflʊ.ɪd/ (UK). Tip: Emphasize the "l" to ensure clarity.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "fluid" as /fluˈɪd/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈfluː.ɪd/ (US) and /ˈflʊ.ɪd/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying it slowly to get the stress right.
- Mispronouncing the "d" at the end: Some might pronounce "fluid" with a softer "d," sounding like "flui." The "d" should be clear and firm, as in /ˈfluː.ɪd/ (US) and /ˈflʊ.ɪd/ (UK). Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "d" distinctly at the end.
- Confusing with "flood": Learners sometimes confuse "fluid" with "flood," pronounced as /flʌd/. Remember, "fluid" has a longer "u" sound. Tip: Practice the vowel sounds separately to differentiate the two words.