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hypotenuse
Definition:
(nou) the side of a right triangle opposite the right angle
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌhaɪˈpɒtənjuːz
Examples:
It is simply the length of the hypotenuse of a right triangle.
The angle of the hypotenuse is 30 degrees.
The length of the shorter leg is half of the length of the hypotenuse.
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Common mistakes of hypotenuse pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "hy-POT-en-use". The correct stress is on the third syllable: /haɪˈpɒt.ən.juːz/ (UK) and /haɪˈpɑː.t̬ən.juːz/ (US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "ju" part.
- Skipping the "t": Some speakers tend to drop the "t" sound, pronouncing it as "hypo-en-use". This can lead to confusion, as the correct pronunciation includes the "t": /haɪˈpɒt.ən.juːz/ (UK) and /haɪˈpɑː.t̬ən.juːz/ (US). Tip: Focus on clearly articulating each syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "o" in "hypotenuse" as a short "o" sound. It should be pronounced with a long "o" as in "pot": /haɪˈpɒt.ən.juːz/ (UK) and /haɪˈpɑː.t̬ən.juːz/ (US). Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the correct vowel sound.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Some learners might say "HY-PO-ten-use", making it sound choppy. The word should flow smoothly with three syllables: /haɪˈpɒt.ən.juːz/ (UK) and /haɪˈpɑː.t̬ən.juːz/ (US). Tip: Practice saying it in a single breath to maintain fluidity.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "hypotenuse" with "hypothetical" or "hypotonic". Each word has distinct syllable emphasis and sounds. The correct pronunciation for "hypotenuse" is /haɪˈpɒt.ən.juːz/ (UK) and /haɪˈpɑː.t̬ən.juːz/ (US). Tip: Use flashcards to differentiate between similar-sounding terms.