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mechanism
Definition:
(nou) the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction (nou) the technical aspects of doing something (nou) a natural object resembling a machine in structure or function (nou) the philosophical theory that all phenomena can be explained in terms of physical or biological causes (nou) device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈmekənɪzəm
Examples:
This device locks the freewheel mechanism.
The catch mechanism enables the tool to operate on jarring.
This is an absorbing device in the bending operation mechanism of an endoscope.
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Common mistakes of mechanism pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "me-ˈkan-ɪ-zəm". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈmɛk.ə.nɪ.zəm". Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, emphasizing the first syllable.
- Vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "e" in the first syllable as a long vowel, leading to "mee-kə-nɪ-zəm". The correct sound is a short "e": "mɛk". Tip: Focus on making the "e" sound short and sharp.
- Syllable omission: Some speakers may drop the middle syllable, pronouncing it as "ˈmɛk.nɪzəm". It's important to articulate all three syllables clearly. Tip: Break the word into parts: "ˈmɛk-ə-nɪ-zəm" to practice.
- Final "m" sound: Learners sometimes pronounce the final "m" too softly, resulting in "ˈmɛk.ə.nɪ.zə". The "m" should be clear and distinct. Tip: Pay attention to the closure of your lips when saying the final "m" sound.
- Incorrect vowel in the last syllable: Some may pronounce the last syllable as "zəm" instead of "zɪz". The correct pronunciation is "ˈmɛk.ə.nɪ.zəm". Tip: Practice the last syllable separately to ensure clarity in the pronunciation.