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hexagon
Definition:
(nou) a six-sided polygon
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈheksəɡən
Examples:
The shapes and angles of floorplans and design motifs were based on the hexagon.
The hexagon faces are equilateral but not regular.
The hexagon is fitting inside the square.
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Common mistakes of hexagon pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "hex-a-GON" instead of the correct "HEX-a-gon" (ˈhɛk.sə.ɡən). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "hexagon" with a long "e" sound, saying "heks-a-gon." The correct pronunciation has a short "e" sound as in "pet" (ˈhɛk.sə.ɡən). Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound to avoid this mistake.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Learners may pronounce the "g" in the second syllable too strongly, leading to "hex-a-GON." The correct pronunciation has a softer "g" sound (ˈhɛk.sə.ɡən). Tip: Keep the "g" subtle and focus on the vowel sounds.
- Dropping the second syllable: Some people might say "HEX-gon," omitting the second syllable entirely. The complete pronunciation includes all three syllables (ˈhɛk.sə.ɡən). Tip: Practice saying the full word slowly to ensure you include all syllables.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might mix "hexagon" with "hexagonal," leading to mispronunciation. Remember that "hexagon" is pronounced (ˈhɛk.sə.ɡən) while "hexagonal" has a different pattern. Tip: Break down each word into syllables to differentiate them clearly.