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orchid
Definition:
(nou) any of numerous plants of the orchid family usually having flowers of unusual shapes and beautiful colors
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɔːkɪd
Examples:
It feeds on the flowers of the orchid.
The plant of the sorority is the orchid.
The flowering period of the orchid is from November to January.
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Common mistakes of orchid pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "or-'chid". The correct pronunciation is "ˈɔːr.kɪd" in UK and "ˈɔr.kɪd" in US. Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Vowel confusion: People often mispronounce the first vowel, saying "or-kid" instead of "ɔːr.kɪd" or "ɔr.kɪd". This can change the word's clarity. Tip: Practice the "ɔː" sound by listening to native speakers.
- Silent "h": Some might pronounce "orchid" with a silent "h", leading to "or-kid". The correct pronunciation includes a clear "h" sound. Tip: Emphasize the "h" at the beginning to avoid confusion.
- Overemphasizing the "ch": Learners may pronounce "orchid" as "or-chid", stressing the "ch" too much. The correct sound is softer, as in "k". Tip: Practice saying "orchid" smoothly to keep the "ch" subtle.
- Incorrect syllable count: Some people mistakenly treat "orchid" as a two-syllable word, saying "or-chid". It has three distinct sounds: "or", "ch", and "id". Tip: Break the word down into its syllables to reinforce its three-part structure.