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species
Definition:
(nou) taxonomic group whose members can interbreed (nou) a specific kind of something
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈspiːʃiːz
Examples:
There is a variance in species of animals.
Why is the Red fox in the invasive species category
Cow dung is the waste of bovine animal species.
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Common mistakes of species pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "spe-CIES" /spɪˈsiːz/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: "SPE-cies" /ˈspiːʃiːz/. Tip: Remember the primary stress is on "SPE".
- Pronouncing "c" as "k": Some may pronounce the "c" in "species" as a hard "k" sound, saying "spe-kies" /spɛˈkiːz/. This is incorrect. The "c" should sound like "s". Tip: Think of "species" as starting with "s".
- Overemphasizing the "e": A common mistake is overemphasizing the "e" in "species", leading to "spe-SEE-ees" /spɪˈsiːiz/. The correct pronunciation has a more subtle "e" sound. Tip: Focus on a smooth transition between the syllables.
- Skipping the "i" sound: Some might say "spe-sees" /spɪˈsiːz/, omitting the "i" sound altogether. This can make it sound incorrect. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all the vowels clearly, including the "i".
- Confusing with "specials": People sometimes confuse "species" with "specials," pronouncing it as "spe-shies" /ˈspɛʃiz/. The sounds and syllables are different. Tip: Remember, "species" has a "c" that sounds like "s," not "sh".