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pupa
Definition:
(nou) an insect in the inactive stage of development (when it is not feeding) intermediate between larva and adult
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpjuːpə
Examples:
The pupa hibernates in a cocoon.
The caterpillar overwinters in the soil as a pupa.
The pupa develops in a silken cocoon or in the soil.
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Common mistakes of pupa pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "PU-pa" /ˈpjuː.pə/. The correct stress is on the first syllable in both US and UK English. Tip: Practice saying "pupa" with emphasis on the "pu" to master the correct pronunciation.
- Vowel sound confusion: The vowel in the second syllable may be mispronounced as a long "a" sound, leading to "pup-a" /ˈpjuː.pæ/. In reality, it should be a schwa sound /ə/. Tip: Focus on producing a quick, soft sound for the second syllable.
- Mispronouncing the "pu" sound: Some might pronounce "pu" as "poo" /puː/, which is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /pjuː/, with a slight "y" sound. Tip: Start with a "p" followed by a light "y" to achieve the right sound.
- Overemphasizing the "a": Learners may accentuate the final "a" as in "pup-ah" /ˈpjuː.pɑː/, which is not accurate. The last syllable should be softer and less pronounced. Tip: Keep the final "a" subtle and quick to avoid overemphasis.
- Ignoring the schwa: Some speakers may skip the schwa sound entirely, pronouncing it as "pup" /pjuːp/. The second syllable is essential for clarity. Tip: Remember that the schwa is a natural part of many English words; practice including it in "pupa".