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photosynthesis
Definition:
(nou) synthesis of compounds with the aid of radiant energy (especially in plants)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌfəʊtəʊˈsɪnθəsɪs
Examples:
He is specialised in the biochemistry of photosynthesis.
He specialised in the biochemistry of photosynthesis.
The thylakoid is the structural unit of photosynthesis.
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Common mistakes of photosynthesis pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pho-TO-synthesis." The correct pronunciation places the primary stress on the first syllable: /ˌfoʊtəʊˈsɪnθɪsɪs/ (UK) and /ˌfoʊtəˈsɪnθəsɪs/ (US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, "pho."
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might pronounce "photosynthesis" with an "a" sound in the second syllable, leading to "fa-to-synthesis." The correct sound is a schwa /ə/, as in "pho-tə-synthesis." Tip: Practice the second syllable with a quick, soft "uh" sound.
- Overemphasizing syllables: A common mistake is to overly stress the "synthesis" part, resulting in "photosyn-THESIS." The correct stress pattern is lighter on "synthesis," making it flow smoothly: /ˈsɪnθɪsɪs/ (UK) and /ˈsɪnθəsɪs/ (US). Tip: Keep the rhythm even across the word.
- Missing the "h" sound: Some learners may skip the "h" in "photosynthesis," pronouncing it as "photosynthesis." The "h" is essential for clarity, as in /ˈfoʊtoʊˌsɪnθəsɪs/. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "h" clearly to avoid confusion.
- Mispronouncing the "th" sound: A frequent error is pronouncing "th" as a "t" or "d," leading to "photosin-tesis" or "photosin-desis." The correct sound is /θ/, as in "think." Tip: Practice the "th" sound separately to improve accuracy.