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How to pronounce:
tract
Definition:
(nou) an extended area of land (nou) a system of body parts that together serve some particular purpose (nou) a brief treatise on a subject of interest; published in the form of a booklet (nou) a bundle of myelinated nerve fibers following a path through the brain
Phonetic Transcription:
trækt
Examples:
It is found in the gastrointestinal tract.
The date of the tract is controversial.
It comprises the larynx and the vocal tract.
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Common mistakes of tract pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners mispronounce "tract" with a long vowel sound, like "tray-ct" /treɪkt/. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound /æ/ as in "cat".
- Misplaced stress: A common mistake is stressing the second syllable, saying "tract" as /trækt/. However, it is a single-syllable word. Tip: Remember, "tract" has only one syllable, so no additional stress is needed.
- Adding an extra vowel: Some might say "tract" as "tracte" /træktə/. This adds an unnecessary vowel sound. Tip: Practice saying "tract" quickly to reinforce its single syllable.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "tract" with "track" /træk/. This can lead to miscommunication. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds; "tract" has an "a" sound while "track" uses a short "a".
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some may pronounce "tract" with an exaggerated "t" sound, resulting in "t-tract" /tˈrækt/. This is not standard. Tip: Keep the "t" crisp but natural, blending it smoothly with the "r".