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titanium
Definition:
(nou) a light strong grey lustrous corrosion-resistant metallic element used in strong lightweight alloys (as for airplane parts); the main sources are rutile and ilmenite
Examples:
The white color of toothpaste is that of titanium dioxide.
Osseointegration is the process of the titanium fixture bonding to the bone.
The bands are formed of an inelastic material, such as steel or titanium.
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Common mistakes of titanium pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ti-ˈtæn-ium". The correct stress is on the second syllable in both US and UK pronunciations: /taɪˈteɪ.ni.əm/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing "tæ" to sound more natural.
- Vowel sound confusion: A common mistake is mispronouncing the first vowel sound, saying "ti-" as "ti" instead of /taɪ/. This can lead to confusion with similar words. Tip: Practice saying "tie" before "titanium" to get the correct sound.
- Final syllable mispronunciation: Some people may pronounce the last syllable as "um" instead of the correct /əm/. This can make "titanium" sound awkward. Tip: Remember that the last syllable is unstressed and should be quick and light.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Learners sometimes pronounce the "t" too strongly, saying "TIT-anium" instead of /taɪˈteɪ.ni.əm/. This can make the word sound choppy. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and smooth to ensure fluidity in speech.
- Misplacing the schwa: The unstressed vowel in the last syllable is often mispronounced. Some say "titan-e-um" instead of /əm/. This can lead to a longer sound than intended. Tip: Practice saying "titanium" quickly to help with the correct schwa sound.