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sequoia
Definition:
(nou) either of two huge coniferous California trees that reach a height of 300 feet; sometimes placed in the Taxodiaceae
Examples:
It's not brown, it's twilight sequoia.
The giant sequoia of the Sierra Nevada.
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Common mistakes of sequoia pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "se-ˈkwɔɪ-ə". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "sɪˈkwɔɪ.ə". Tip: Focus on the "kwɔɪ" part to get the stress right.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many pronounce "sequoia" with an "e" sound like in "set", saying "sɛ-ˈkwɔɪ-ə". The correct sound is a short "i": "sɪ-ˈkwɔɪ-ə". Tip: Practice the "sɪ" sound to differentiate it from "sɛ".
- Omitting the final syllable: Some speakers drop the last syllable, pronouncing it as "sɪˈkwɔɪ". The complete pronunciation includes the final "ə": "sɪˈkwɔɪ.ə". Tip: Always pronounce the full word to avoid confusion.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes mix "sequoia" with "sequoia tree" or "sequoias". Remember, "sequoia" refers to the tree itself, while "sequoias" is the plural. Tip: Use context to clarify the meaning when speaking.
- Mispronouncing the "q" sound: Some may pronounce the "q" as "k", saying "se-kɔɪ-ə". The correct pronunciation uses a "kw" sound: "sɪˈkwɔɪ.ə". Tip: Focus on producing the "kw" sound clearly to avoid confusion.