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teak
Definition:
(nou) hard strong durable yellowish-brown wood of teak trees; resistant to insects and to warping; used for furniture and in shipbuilding (nou) tall East Indian timber tree now planted in western Africa and tropical America for its hard durable wood
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Common mistakes of teak pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "teak" as /tiˈk/. This is incorrect since "teak" is a one-syllable word. Tip: Remember that "teak" has only one syllable, so the stress is on the entire word.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "teak" with a short "i" sound, like /tɪk/. The correct pronunciation uses a long "ee" sound, /tiːk/. Tip: Practice saying "see" to get the long vowel sound right.
- Adding an extra vowel: Some may add an extra vowel sound at the end, pronouncing it as "teakuh" /tiːkə/. This is incorrect since "teak" ends with a hard "k" sound. Tip: Focus on clearly pronouncing the "k" without adding any additional sounds.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "teak" with "tick" /tɪk/. While both start with "t," they have different vowel sounds and meanings. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sound; "teak" has a long "ee" while "tick" has a short "i."
- Mispronouncing the "k" sound: Some may pronounce "teak" as "teeg" /tiːg/, replacing the "k" with a "g." This alters the meaning entirely. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the final "k" sound clearly and sharply to avoid confusion.