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nacre
Definition:
(nou) the iridescent internal layer of a mollusk shell
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈneɪkə
Examples:
The interior of the shell is iridescent because of a layer of nacre.
The interior of the shell is pearly and iridescent because of the nacre.
The nacre is bluish or silvery white, and is iridescent on the posterior.
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Common mistakes of nacre pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "na-ˈkrē". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈneɪ.kər". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "neigh" sound.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "nacre" with a short "a" sound, like "na-kr". The correct pronunciation uses a long "a" sound, "neɪ", as in "day". Tip: Think of the word "naked" for the correct vowel.
- Overemphasizing "c": A common mistake is to overly stress the "c" in "nacre", pronouncing it as "nac-er". The correct pronunciation is smooth, "ˈneɪ.kər". Tip: Blend the "c" softly with the following "r".
- Adding extra syllables: Some may mistakenly pronounce "nacre" as having three syllables, like "na-cray". The correct form has only two syllables: "ˈneɪ.kər". Tip: Focus on the two clear sounds, avoiding any unnecessary additions.
- Confusing with similar words: People often confuse "nacre" with "acre" or "maker". "Nacre" is pronounced "ˈneɪ.kər", while "acre" is "ˈeɪ.kər". Tip: Pay attention to the initial vowel sounds to differentiate between them.