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nutrient
Definition:
(nou) any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue (nou) any substance (such as a chemical element or inorganic compound) that can be taken in by a green plant and used in organic synthesis
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈnjuːtrɪənt
Examples:
One nutrient needs the help of the other nutrients to work well.
The nutrient requirements of the crop are low.
The greater the biomass, the greater the nutrient turnover.
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Common mistakes of nutrient pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "nu-ˈtri-ent". This is incorrect; the primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈnuː.tri.ənt". Tip: Focus on emphasizing "nu" when pronouncing "nutrient".
- Omitting the vowel sound: It's common to hear "nutrient" pronounced as "ˈnjuː.trɪnt" without the "i" sound. This can make the word unclear. Tip: Remember to pronounce the "i" clearly, as "ˈnuː.tri.ənt" contains three distinct syllables.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "nutrient" with a short "u" as in "nut", leading to "ˈnʌ.tri.ənt". This is incorrect. Tip: Use the long "u" sound, as in "new", to correctly say "nutrient".
- Incorrectly pronouncing the "t": A common mistake is to pronounce the "t" as a soft "d", resulting in "nuːˈdri.ənt". This alters the word significantly. Tip: Make sure to articulate the "t" sound clearly in "nutrient".
- Ignoring the "r" sound: Some speakers may skip the "r" in the second syllable, saying "ˈnuː.ti.ənt". This can lead to confusion. Tip: Emphasize the "r" in "tri" to ensure clarity in "nutrient".