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geranium
Definition:
(nou) any of numerous plants of the family Geraniaceae
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I think the carrot infinitely more fascinating than the geranium.
It is sometimes grown as a garden geranium.
Indeed, a geranium diode acts as a detector.
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Common mistakes of geranium pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "ge-RA-nium" instead of the correct "ge-ˈreɪ-nium". Tip: Focus on stressing the "re" to pronounce it correctly.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some pronounce "geranium" with a short "e" sound, saying "guh-RAIN-ium". The correct pronunciation uses a long "e" sound, as in "ge-ˈreɪ-nium". Tip: Practice saying the "re" as "ray".
- Skipping syllables: A common mistake is to drop the first syllable, saying "RAIN-ium". This alters the word significantly. Tip: Always pronounce all syllables clearly: "ge-ˈreɪ-nium".
- Confusing "geranium" with similar words: Some confuse it with "geraniums" or "germ," leading to mispronunciation. The correct form is "ge-ˈreɪ-nium" for singular. Tip: Remember to differentiate by focusing on the "re" sound.
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: Learners might stress the last syllable, saying "ge-rea-ˈNIUM". This is incorrect; the stress should be on "re". Tip: Keep the last syllable light and maintain the stress on "re".