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glaucous
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The sarcotesta is orange and glaucous, the sclerotesta ovoid and flattened.
The juvenile leaves are opposite and glaucous.
Green above, whitish glaucous below.
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Common mistakes of glaucous pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "glaucous" as /ˈɡlɔː.kəs/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈɡlɔː.kəs/ in UK and /ˈɡlɑː.kəs/ in US. Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "au" in "glaucous". Some may say it like "glow" instead of the correct /ɡlɔː/ (UK) or /ɡlɑː/ (US). Tip: Practice the "au" sound by listening to native speakers.
- Overemphasizing the "c": Learners might overpronounce the "c" in "glaucous" as /s/, leading to "glaucous" sounding like /ˈɡlɔː.səs/. The "c" should be softer, as in /k/. Tip: Keep the "c" subtle and blend it with the following "o".
- Omitting the final "ous": Some may drop the last part, pronouncing it as "glauc" (/ɡlɔːk/ or /ɡlɑːk/). However, the full pronunciation includes the "ous" ending. Tip: Always finish with the "ous" to complete the word.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "glaucous" with "glossy" or "glorious". This can lead to mispronunciation. "Glaucous" has a unique vowel sound and stress pattern. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the distinct sounds and meanings to avoid mix-ups.