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skeleton
Definition:
(nou) something reduced to its minimal form (nou) a scandal that is kept secret (nou) the hard structure (bones and cartilages) that provides a frame for the body of an animal (nou) the internal supporting structure that gives an artifact its shape
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈskelɪtən
Examples:
The rarest part of the skeleton is the skull.
The skeleton was an hallucination.
Are all the bones in the skeleton
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Common mistakes of skeleton pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ske-ˈle-ton". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈskɛl.ɪ.tən". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable when saying "skeleton".
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "e" in "skeleton" as "i", resulting in "skiliton". The correct pronunciation is "ˈskɛl.ɪ.tən". Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound, similar to "bet".
- Overemphasizing syllables: Some people may overemphasize the "t" in "skeleton", leading to "ske-le-ˈton". The correct pronunciation maintains a lighter "t" sound: "ˈskɛl.ɪ.tən". Tip: Keep the "t" subtle and smooth for clarity.
- Dropping syllables: It's a mistake to drop the middle syllable, saying "ˈskeltn". The full pronunciation is "ˈskɛl.ɪ.tən". Tip: Practice saying all three syllables to ensure clarity and completeness.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the "o" in "skeleton" as a long "o", resulting in "skeletone". The accurate pronunciation is "ˈskɛl.ɪ.tən". Tip: Use a short "ə" sound for the final syllable to avoid confusion.