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snake
Definition:
(nou) limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous (nou) a deceitful or treacherous person (nou) a tributary of the Columbia River that rises in Wyoming and flows westward; discovered in 1805 by the Lewis and Clark Expedition (nou) a long faint constellation in the southern hemisphere near the equator stretching between Virgo and Cancer (nou) something long, thin, and flexible that resembles a snake
Phonetic Transcription:
sneɪk
Examples:
Generally lively and plucky snake, its disposition varies from snake to snake.
The Sudarshana Chakra appears in the snake pit and the snakes vanish.
These snakes bring out the yellow and downplay the reds of the corn snake.
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Common mistakes of snake pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "snake" with a short "a" sound, like /snæk/. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound /eɪ/ as in "day".
- Ignoring the final "k" sound: A common mistake is to soften the "k" at the end, leading to /sneɪ/. This omits the crucial sound. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the final "k" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some learners mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "sna-ke". The correct pronunciation has primary stress on the first syllable /ˈsneɪk/. Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable to pronounce "snake" correctly.
- Overemphasizing the "s" sound: A few might pronounce "snake" with an exaggerated "s" sound, making it sound like /sneɪs/. This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Keep the "s" sound natural and smooth, without excess emphasis.
- Confusing similar sounds: Some may confuse "snake" with "snack", pronouncing it /snæk/. This changes the meaning entirely. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sound; "snake" uses the long "a" /eɪ/, unlike "snack".