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heuchera
Definition:
(nou) genus of North American herbs with basal cordate or orbicular leaves and small panicled flowers
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Common mistakes of heuchera pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "heuchera" as /ˈhɛʊ.tʃə.rə/. The correct pronunciation places stress on the first syllable: /ˈhɛʊ.tʃə.rə/. Tip: Emphasize the "h" sound at the beginning.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "heuchera" with an "oo" sound, saying /ˈhuː.tʃə.rə/. The correct sound is a diphthong, /ɛʊ/, as in "how." Tip: Practice the "h" and "ou" together for clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "ch": A common mistake is to overly stress the "ch" sound, resulting in /ˈhɛʊ.tʃəˌreɪ/. The correct pronunciation is smoother, without extra emphasis: /ˈhɛʊ.tʃə.rə/. Tip: Keep the "ch" light and fluid.
- Ignoring the final "a": Some speakers drop the last syllable, saying /ˈhɛʊ.tʃə/. However, "heuchera" has three distinct syllables. Tip: Always pronounce the final "ra" to complete the word.
- Mispronouncing "heuchera" as "heuchra": Some may simplify the word to /ˈhɛʊ.tʃrə/, omitting the vowel sound in the second syllable. The correct form includes all syllables: /ˈhɛʊ.tʃə.rə/. Tip: Break the word into syllables to ensure clarity.