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root
Definition:
(nou) the usually underground organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes; absorbs water and mineral salts; usually it anchors the plant to the ground (nou) the place where something begins, where it springs into being (nou) the form of a word after all affixes are removed (nou) a number that, when multiplied by itself some number of times, equals a given number (nou) the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation (nou) someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent) (nou) a simple form inferred as the common basis from which related words in several languages can be derived by linguistic processes (nou) the part of a tooth that is embedded in the jaw and serves as support
Phonetic Transcription:
ruːt
Examples:
The height of the root is the height of the tree.
The root of the tree is the source of the broadcast.
The main page is the root of the classification tree.
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Common mistakes of root pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "root" with an "oo" sound like in "foot" /fʊt/ instead of the correct /ruːt/ in UK and US. Tip: Focus on elongating the "oo" sound to achieve the correct pronunciation.
- Ignoring the final "t": Many tend to drop the "t" sound at the end of "root," resulting in /ruː/ instead of /ruːt/. Tip: Practice emphasizing the "t" at the end to ensure clarity.
- Confusing with "route": Some speakers mix up "root" /ruːt/ with "route" /ruːt/ or /raʊt/. Tip: Remember that "root" refers to a part of a plant or origin, while "route" refers to a path or direction.
- Incorrect stress placement: Learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "roo-t" instead of the correct single syllable "root" /ruːt/. Tip: Keep "root" as a single syllable to maintain proper pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some may pronounce "root" with an exaggerated "r" sound, making it sound harsh. Tip: Aim for a softer "r" to achieve a more natural pronunciation in both US and UK English.