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pollen
Definition:
(nou) the fine spores that contain male gametes and that are borne by an anther in a flowering plant
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpɒlən
Examples:
The bee and other bees were literally rolling in the pollen.
The bee collects the pollen by rubbing against the anthers.
The flowers will wither if the pollen is blown away.
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Common mistakes of pollen pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "pollen" as /ˈpɒl.ən/ instead of /ˈpɒl.ən/ in UK or /ˈpɑː.lən/ in US. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable, "pol".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing "pollen" with a long "o" sound, like "pole." The correct pronunciation is /ˈpɒl.ən/ in UK and /ˈpɑː.lən/ in US. Tip: Focus on a short "o" sound as in "cot".
- Adding an extra syllable: Some may mistakenly say "pollen" as if it has three syllables, pronouncing it "pol-len" instead of the correct two-syllable form. Tip: Keep it concise with just "pol-len."
- Confusing the "l" sound: Learners sometimes struggle with the "l" in "pollen," making it sound like "pollen" with a "w" sound, resulting in "pwollen." Tip: Practice the "l" sound by placing your tongue against the roof of your mouth.
- Overemphasizing the "n": Some may pronounce "pollen" with a strong nasal sound, making it sound overly pronounced, like "pol-len." The correct pronunciation is smoother. Tip: Keep the "n" soft and subtle at the end.