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stevia
Definition:
(nou) any plant of the genus Stevia or the closely related genus Piqueria having glutinous foliage and white or purplish flowers; Central and South America (nou) any plant of the genus Piqueria or the closely related genus Stevia
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Common mistakes of stevia pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many people mispronounce "stevia" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying "stev-ee-uh" instead of the correct pronunciation /ˈstiː.vi.ə/ (US) or /ˈste.vɪ.ə/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the "e" as a short vowel sound in the second syllable.
- Misplaced stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ste-vi-a" instead of "ste-via". The primary stress is on the first syllable /ˈstiː.vi.ə/ (US) or /ˈste.vɪ.ə/ (UK). Tip: Emphasize the first syllable for correct pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the final "a": A common mistake is to overly stress the final "a" in "stevia", leading to an awkward pronunciation. The last syllable should be pronounced lightly as /ə/ in both variants. Tip: Keep the final syllable soft and quick.
- Omitting the middle syllable: Some may say "stev-ya" and skip the middle syllable altogether, resulting in a mispronunciation. The correct form includes all syllables: /ˈstiː.vi.ə/ (US) or /ˈste.vɪ.ə/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "stevia" with other similar-sounding words, which can lead to mispronunciation. The correct pronunciation is distinct: /ˈstiː.vi.ə/ (US) or /ˈste.vɪ.ə/ (UK). Tip: Listen to native speakers to differentiate the sounds.