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synthesis
Definition:
(nou) the process of producing a chemical compound (usually by the union of simpler chemical compounds) (nou) the combination of ideas into a complex whole (nou) reasoning from the general to the particular (or from cause to effect)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsɪnθəsɪs
Examples:
The synthesis is the combination of selected sentences.
The article was a synthesis of the editors.
Describe the steps in the synthesis of a polypeptide.
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Common mistakes of synthesis pronunciation
- Stress placement error: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "syn-ˈthe-sis". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈsɪn.θə.sɪs". Tip: Practice emphasizing the "sɪn" sound.
- Vowel confusion: Many mispronounce "synthesis" with an unclear "i" sound, saying "synth-ə-sis". The correct pronunciation uses a short "i" as in "sit": "ˈsɪn.θə.sɪs". Tip: Focus on producing a clear "i" sound.
- "th" sound mispronunciation: Some may say "synth-es-is" instead of "synthesis". The "th" in "synthesis" is pronounced as /θ/. Tip: Practice words like "think" to master the "th" sound.
- Incorrect vowel reduction: Learners often don't reduce the unstressed syllables, leading to "synth-esis" instead of "synthesis". The correct pronunciation features reduced vowels in unstressed syllables: "ˈsɪn.θə.sɪs". Tip: Remember to soften the unstressed sounds.
- Syllable omission: Some speakers might drop the "th" sound, pronouncing it as "sin-sis". This alters the meaning and clarity. The full pronunciation is "ˈsɪn.θə.sɪs". Tip: Ensure you articulate each syllable clearly.