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otter
Definition:
(nou) the fur of an otter (nou) freshwater carnivorous mammal having webbed and clawed feet and dark brown fur
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɒtə
Examples:
Skipper was a male, sturdy otter, the leader of the otters in Mossflower Woods.
Spraint or scat is the dung of the otter.
The book narrates the experience of an otter.
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Common mistakes of otter pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "otter" as /ˈɑːtə/ (UK) or /ˈɔːtər/ (US), incorrectly emphasizing the "o". Tip: Focus on the short "o" sound /ɒ/ (UK) or /ɑ/ (US) to avoid this mistake.
- Ignoring the double "t": A common error is pronouncing "otter" as /ˈɒtə/ (UK) or /ˈɑːdər/ (US), dropping the "t". Tip: Remember to clearly articulate both "t" sounds, as in /ˈɒtər/ (UK) or /ˈɔtər/ (US).
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some learners may stress the "t" too much, saying "otter" as /ˈɒtər/ (UK) or /ˈɔtər/ (US). Tip: Keep the "t" soft and balanced within the word to maintain natural flow.
- Confusing with "utter": It's common to mix "otter" with "utter," leading to incorrect pronunciation as /ˈʌtər/. Tip: Distinguish the two by focusing on the initial vowel sound in "otter," which is /ɒ/ (UK) or /ɑ/ (US).
- Neglecting the syllable stress: Some may say "otter" with equal stress on both syllables, like /ɒˈtər/. Tip: Emphasize the first syllable, making it /ˈɒtər/ (UK) or /ˈɔtər/ (US) for correct pronunciation.