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laboratory
Definition:
(nou) a workplace for the conduct of scientific research (nou) a region resembling a laboratory inasmuch as it offers opportunities for observation and practice and experimentation
Phonetic Transcription:
ləˈbɒrətr̩i
Examples:
The laboratory tests section seems underpopulated.
At the core of the research in the laboratory is a holistic view of the user.
It has automated control of temperature and humidity at its primate research laboratory.
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Common mistakes of laboratory pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "la-ˈbore-tory". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˈlæb.əˌrɑː.tɔːr.i" (US) and "ləˈbɒr.ə.tər.i" (UK). Tip: Practice saying "ˈlæb" loudly to emphasize the correct stress.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "laboratory" with an "o" sound, saying "la-ˈbore-tory". The correct pronunciation includes an "a" sound in the first syllable: "ˈlæb" (US) and "lə" (UK). Tip: Focus on the "æ" sound in "ˈlæb" for clarity.
- Omitting syllables: A common mistake is to say "lab" instead of "laboratory", losing the last two syllables. The full pronunciation is "ˈlæb.əˌrɑː.tɔːr.i" (US) and "ləˈbɒr.ə.tər.i" (UK). Tip: Break the word into syllables and practice each part.
- Confusing with "laboratory" vs "laboratories": Some learners struggle with the plural form, mispronouncing it as "laboratories" instead of "ˌlæb.əˈrɑː.tər.iz" (US) and "ˌlæb.əˈrɒt.ər.iz" (UK). Tip: Remember the extra "t" sound in the plural form.
- Overemphasizing "t": Some pronounce "laboratory" with a strong "t" sound, saying "la-bor-ˈtory". The "t" should be softer, as in "ˈlæb.əˌrɑː.tɔːr.i" (US) and "ləˈbɒr.ə.tər.i" (UK). Tip: Keep the "t" subtle to maintain the flow of the word.