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mosquito
Definition:
(nou) two-winged insect whose female has a long proboscis to pierce the skin and suck the blood of humans and animals
Phonetic Transcription:
məˈskiːtəʊ
Examples:
Otherwise, the mosquito is the obvious choice.
The adult mosquito develops within the pupa.
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Common mistakes of mosquito pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "mos-ˈki-to." The correct stress is on the second syllable: "mos-ˈki-to" (US) / "mɒs-ˈkiː-təʊ" (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize "ki" when pronouncing "mosquito."
- Vowel sounds: Some people mispronounce the first syllable as "muhs" instead of "mos." The correct pronunciation is "mos" with a clear "o" sound, as in "moss." Tip: Practice saying "moss" to get the vowel sound right for "mosquito."
- Ending sound: A common mistake is to drop the final "to" sound, saying "mosquit." The correct pronunciation includes a clear "to" at the end: "mos-ˈki-to." Tip: Emphasize the "to" to ensure clarity when saying "mosquito."
- Syllable division: Some speakers may incorrectly combine syllables, pronouncing it as "moskeet." The correct syllable division is "mos-ki-to." Tip: Break it down into three parts to avoid blending the syllables together.
- Inconsistent pronunciation: Learners sometimes switch between "mosquito" and "mosquitoe." The correct form is "mosquito" without the extra "e." Tip: Stick to "mosquito" to maintain consistency in your pronunciation.