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scallop
Definition:
(nou) one of a series of rounded projections (or the notches between them) formed by curves along an edge (as the edge of a leaf or piece of cloth or the margin of a shell or a shriveled red blood cell observed in a hypertonic solution etc.) (nou) edible muscle of mollusks having fan-shaped shells; served broiled or poached or in salads or cream sauces (nou) thin slice of meat (especially veal) usually fried or broiled (nou) edible marine bivalve having a fluted fan-shaped shell that swim by expelling water from the shell in a series of snapping motions
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈskɒləp
Examples:
The scallop shell is also a metaphor for the pilgrim.
The cleansing has improved the water quality and scallop and clam production.
The scallop culture is prosperous in the bay.
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Common mistakes of scallop pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "scal-LOP" instead of the correct "SCAL-lop" (US: ˈskæləp, UK: ˈskæl.əp). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: The "a" in "scallop" can be mispronounced as "ah" instead of the correct "æ" sound. This leads to saying "scal-lop" instead of "scallop" (US: ˈskæləp, UK: ˈskæl.əp). Tip: Practice the "æ" sound by saying "cat."
- Dropping the final sound: Some speakers omit the final "p," pronouncing it as "scall-o" instead of "scallop" (US: ˈskæləp, UK: ˈskæl.əp). Tip: Always finish with the "p" to maintain clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "l": Learners might overly stress the "l" in "scallop," resulting in a pronunciation like "scall-lop." This can sound unnatural (US: ˈskæləp, UK: ˈskæl.əp). Tip: Keep the "l" sound light and smooth.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some might pronounce "scallop" with a long "a," sounding like "skaa-lop." This is incorrect (US: ˈskæləp, UK: ˈskæl.əp). Tip: Use a short "a" to ensure accurate pronunciation.