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microscopy
Definition:
(nou) research with the use of microscopes
Phonetic Transcription:
maɪˈkrɒskəpi
Examples:
I've now mentioned microscopy in the lead.
The corresponding technique is called interferometric microscopy.
The definitive diagnosis is dependent on electron microscopy.
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Common mistakes of microscopy pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "mi-ˈcros-copy". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "mi-ˈkros-ko-pe". Tip: Remember to emphasize "kros" when saying "microscopy".
- Vowel sounds: Some learners mispronounce the "o" in "microscopy" as a short "o" sound, saying "mi-cros-ˈko-py". It should be pronounced with a long "o": "mi-ˈkros-ko-pe". Tip: Focus on elongating the "o" sound in the third syllable.
- Syllable separation: A common mistake is blending syllables together, resulting in "mi-cros-copy". The correct pronunciation separates the syllables clearly: "mi-ˈkros-ko-pe". Tip: Practice saying each syllable distinctly to improve clarity.
- Final "y" sound: Some speakers omit or reduce the "y" sound at the end, pronouncing it as "mi-ˈkros-kop". The final "y" should be pronounced clearly: "mi-ˈkros-ko-pe". Tip: Ensure that the "y" is audible to complete the word correctly.
- "c" pronunciation: A few learners pronounce the "c" in "microscopy" as a hard "k" sound, saying "mi-kros-kopy". The correct pronunciation uses a soft "s" sound: "mi-ˈkros-ko-pe". Tip: Remember that the "c" before "r" in this context is pronounced as "s".