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torpor
Definition:
(nou) a state of motor and mental inactivity with a partial suspension of sensibility (nou) inactivity resulting from lethargy and lack of vigor or energy
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtɔːpə
Examples:
They go into torpor but they do not hibernate.
We spend time in torpor.
A better description of the effect is a pharmaceutical or chemical torpor.
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Common mistakes of torpor pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "tor-POR" instead of the correct "TOR-por" /ˈtɔːr.pər/ (UK) /ˈtɔr.pɚ/ (US). Tip: Remember that the first syllable carries the primary stress.
- Vowel confusion: Some might pronounce "torpor" with a long "o" sound, saying "toor-por" instead of the correct short "o" sound in "tor" /tɔːr/. Tip: Focus on the "or" sounding like "or" in "for."
- Ignoring the 'r': A common mistake is omitting the "r" in the second syllable, leading to "tor-po" /ˈtɔːr.pə/. Tip: Make sure to pronounce both syllables clearly, especially the "r" in "por."
- Mispronouncing the final syllable: Some might pronounce "por" as "poor" /pʊr/ instead of the correct "per" /pər/. Tip: Practice saying "per" as in "her" to ensure accuracy in the second syllable.
- Overemphasizing the 't': Learners sometimes overemphasize the initial "t," making it sound harsh, as in "TORT-por." Tip: Keep the "t" soft and blend it smoothly into the first syllable.