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nickel
Definition:
(nou) a hard malleable ductile silvery metallic element that is resistant to corrosion; used in alloys; occurs in pentlandite and smaltite and garnierite and millerite (nou) a United States coin worth one twentieth of a dollar (nou) five dollars worth of a drug
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈnɪkəl
Examples:
The lithium ion compared with the nickel metal hydride.
Scientists think the core of the planet is made of nickel and iron.
The colour should be like the nickel, not the penny.
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Common mistakes of nickel pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ni-KEL" instead of "NICK-el" (/ˈnɪk.əl/ in US and UK). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for correct emphasis.
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "i" in "nickel" as a long vowel, producing "nee-kel" instead of the short "i" sound. Tip: Practice the short "i" sound as in "sit" (/ɪ/).
- Skipping the schwa: Some might overlook the schwa sound in the second syllable, saying "NICK-el" without the subtle "uh" sound. Tip: Remember that the schwa is often present in unstressed syllables, making it sound like "nɪk.əl."
- Incorrect final sound: Learners may pronounce "nickel" with a hard "k" sound at the end, saying "nick-uhl." Tip: Ensure the final "el" is pronounced softly, like "əl," to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "k": Some people may overemphasize the "k" sound, saying "NICK-KEL." Tip: Keep the "k" sound clear but not overly strong to ensure a smooth pronunciation.