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ibis
Definition:
(nou) wading birds of warm regions having long slender down-curved bills
Examples:
Mummification of the ibis included desiccation and evisceration.
Kerang's symbol is a flying ibis.
Rhynchaeites is an extinct genus of ibis.
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Common mistakes of ibis pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "i-BIS" instead of the correct "IB-is". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, marked as "ˈaɪ.bɪs".
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "ibis" with a short "i" sound, as in "bit", resulting in "ˈɪ.bɪs". Tip: Use the long "i" sound, as in "ice", to say "ˈaɪ.bɪs" correctly.
- Overemphasizing the "s": Learners may exaggerate the "s" sound, saying "ibiss" instead of "ibis". Tip: Keep the final "s" soft and subtle, just as in "ˈaɪ.bɪs".
- Skipping the "i": Some people mistakenly pronounce it as "biss", omitting the first syllable entirely. Tip: Always include the initial "i" sound, ensuring you say "ˈaɪ.bɪs" fully.
- Confusing with similar words: The word "ibis" can be confused with "e ibis" or "e-bis". Tip: Focus on the distinct sounds and syllable stress to differentiate it, emphasizing "ˈaɪ.bɪs".