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sodium
Definition:
(nou) a silvery soft waxy metallic element of the alkali metal group; occurs abundantly in natural compounds (especially in salt water); burns with a yellow flame and reacts violently in water; occurs in sea water and in the mineral halite (r
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsəʊdɪəm
Examples:
Sodium sulfate is the sodium salt of sulfuric acid.
It is the sodium salt of lactic acid and has a mild saline taste.
The preferred sweeteners are the sodium and potassium salts.
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Common mistakes of sodium pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "so-DI-um" /soʊˈdiː.əm/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: "SO-di-um" /ˈsoʊ.di.əm/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable when pronouncing "sodium".
- Vowel pronunciation: Some learners pronounce the "o" in "sodium" as a long vowel, saying "sod-ee-um" /ˈsɔː.di.əm/. In reality, it is a short vowel sound. Tip: Focus on a quick "o" sound, similar to "so" in "sofa".
- Omitting the "d": A common mistake is dropping the "d" sound, leading to "so-ium" /ˈsoʊ.əm/. This can change the clarity of the word. Tip: Practice saying "sodium" slowly, ensuring you pronounce the "d".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce the final "ium" as "ee-um" /ˈiː.əm/, which is inaccurate. The correct pronunciation is "i-um" /ɪ.əm/. Tip: Keep the "i" sound short and quick to maintain accuracy in "sodium".
- Blending syllables: Learners might blend syllables together, saying "sod-i-um" /ˈsɑː.dɪ.əm/. This can make the word sound unclear. Tip: Clearly separate the syllables: "SO-di-um", to ensure each part is pronounced distinctly.