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legume
Definition:
(nou) an erect or climbing bean or pea plant of the family Leguminosae (nou) the fruit or seed of any of various bean or pea plants consisting of a case that splits along both sides when ripe and having the seeds attach to one side of the case (nou) the seedpod of a leguminous plant (such as peas or beans or lentils)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈleɡjuːm
Examples:
It belongs to the legume family.
The larvae feed on legume species.
He is the most cultivated legume in the world.
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Common mistakes of legume pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "le-GUME" instead of "LEG-ume" (US: ˈlɛɡ juːm, UK: ˈlɛɡ juːm). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Pronouncing the "g": Many people pronounce "g" as a hard "g" (like in "go") instead of a soft "g" (like in "gem"). This leads to saying "LEG-gume" instead of "LEG-ume". Tip: Focus on the "j" sound in the second syllable.
- Omitting the second syllable: Some learners might say "leg" instead of "legume", dropping the second syllable entirely. This results in an incomplete pronunciation. Tip: Make sure to pronounce both syllables clearly.
- Confusing vowel sounds: The vowel sound in the second syllable can be mispronounced. Some may say "leg-UM" instead of "leg-UME". Tip: Practice the long "u" sound in "ume" to ensure clarity.
- Regional variations: Different English accents may affect pronunciation, leading to variations like "leg-YOOM" in some dialects. Tip: Listen to native speakers to familiarize yourself with the common pronunciations.