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terminal
Definition:
(nou) station where transport vehicles load or unload passengers or goods (nou) a contact on an electrical device (such as a battery) at which electric current enters or leaves (nou) either extremity of something that has length (nou) electronic equipment consisting of a device providing access to a computer; has a keyboard and display
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtɜːmɪnəl
Examples:
She enters the terminal to get on the plane.
The bus terminal is located in the downtown part in the city.
The bus terminal, located in the downtown part in the city.
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Common mistakes of terminal pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "ter-MI-nal" [tɜːrˈmɪnəl] (UK) instead of the correct "TER-mi-nal" [ˈtɜrmɪnəl] (US). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Omitting the "n": A common mistake is to pronounce "terminal" as "ter-muhl" [ˈtɜrməl]. This ignores the "n" sound. Tip: Make sure to clearly pronounce the "n" in "terminal" to maintain clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some people pronounce the first vowel as in "cat," saying "cat-minal" instead of "terminal." The correct sound is [ɜː] in UK and [ɜr] in US. Tip: Practice the "er" sound, which is crucial for accuracy.
- Blending syllables: Learners may say "term-nal" [ˈtɜrmnəl], merging the syllables too closely. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Clearly separate the syllables: "TER-mi-nal," ensuring each part is distinct.
- Overemphasizing the "a": Some might pronounce "terminal" with an exaggerated "a," saying "ter-min-al" [ˈtɜrmɪnəl]. The "a" is subtle. Tip: Keep the "al" soft and quick, focusing more on the first two syllables.