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pterosaur
Definition:
(nou) an extinct reptile of the Jurassic and Cretaceous having a bird-like beak and membranous wings supported by the very long fourth digit of each forelimb
Phonetic Transcription:
térəsɔ́:r
Examples:
There used to be pterosaur and dinosaurs in the past.
It was the first pterosaur discovered in that region.
You measure the pterosaur by measuring the fossils.
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Common mistakes of pterosaur pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pter-o-Saur" instead of the correct "PTER-o-saur". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, which is marked as ˈpter in IPA.
- Ignoring the silent letter: Some learners pronounce the "p" in "pterosaur", resulting in "pter-o-saur". This is incorrect as the "p" is silent. Tip: Focus on starting with the "t" sound, represented as /t/ in IPA.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing "pterosaur" with an incorrect vowel sound, like saying "pter-uh-saur" instead of "pter-o-saur". Tip: Ensure the second syllable has the correct vowel sound /ə/, as in "soar".
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some pronounce "pterosaur" with an exaggerated "t" sound, leading to "pter-TOH-saur". Tip: The "t" should be soft and quick, as in /t/ without overemphasis in the flow of speech.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Learners sometimes say "pterosore" instead of "pterosaur". This alters the meaning and sound. Tip: The ending should sound like "saur" /sɔːr/ in both US and UK pronunciations.