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prism
Definition:
(nou) a polyhedron with two congruent and parallel faces (the bases) and whose lateral faces are parallelograms (nou) optical device having a triangular shape and made of glass or quartz; used to deviate a beam or invert an image
Examples:
The lights are refracted through the prism.
The prism directs the lights to the lower portion of an ocular.
Probably most familiar are the hexagonal pyramid and the pentagonal prism.
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Common mistakes of prism pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "prism" as /ˈprɪz.əm/ instead of /ˈprɪz.ɪm/. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound in the second syllable to avoid confusion.
- Overemphasizing the "r": A common mistake is to overly stress the "r" sound, making it sound like "priz-um." Tip: Keep the "r" subtle and blend it smoothly with the "i" sound.
- Ignoring syllable stress: Many forget that "prism" has primary stress on the first syllable, pronounced /ˈprɪz.ɪm/. Tip: Practice saying "PRIZ-um" to maintain the correct rhythm and emphasis.
- Mispronouncing the final sound: Some tend to pronounce "prism" with a long "m," sounding like "priz-m." Tip: Ensure the "m" is short and crisp, as in /ˈprɪz.ɪm/.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes mix up "prism" with "prison," leading to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Remember that "prism" has a clear "i" sound, while "prison" has a short "i" and a different vowel sound.