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horizontal
Definition:
(nou) something that is oriented horizontally
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌhɒrɪˈzɒntəl
Examples:
The horizontal direction of the display is bearing.
The 'spinous process' is short, and nearly horizontal in direction.
The spinous process is short, and nearly horizontal in direction.
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Common mistakes of horizontal pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying /ˌhɔːrɪˈzɒntəl/ (UK) or /ˌhɔːrɪˈzɑːntəl/ (US). The correct stress is on the third syllable: /ˌhɔːrɪˈzɒn/ (UK) or /ˌhɔːrɪˈzɑn/ (US). Tip: Practice saying "hori" softly and emphasize "zontal."
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some people tend to overemphasize the "o" sound, pronouncing it as "hor-i-zon-tal" with a clear "o." The correct vowel sound is more subtle. Tip: Keep the "o" sound quick and soft.
- Dropping syllables: It's common to hear "horizontal" pronounced as "hori-zontal," omitting the "i." This leads to a loss of clarity. The correct pronunciation includes all syllables: /ˌhɔːrɪˈzɒn/ (UK) or /ˌhɔːrɪˈzɑn/ (US). Tip: Break it down into three distinct parts.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners replace the "a" in "zontal" with an "e," saying "hori-zent-al." This mispronunciation alters the meaning. The correct sound is /ɒ/ (UK) or /ɑ/ (US). Tip: Focus on the "zontal" part to get the right vowel.
- Mispronouncing the final "tal": People often pronounce "tal" as "tuhl," which can sound awkward. The correct ending is more like "tuhl" but with a clear "l" sound. Tip: Practice saying "tall" to get the right ending sound.