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vinyl
Definition:
(nou) a univalent chemical radical derived from ethylene (nou) shiny and tough and flexible plastic; used especially for floor coverings
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈvaɪnɪl
Examples:
The vinyl is harmful for the environment.
Added in 1980 was the option for full vinyl upholstery.
After the formation of the tetrahydropyridine, the vinyl ether is protonated.
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Common mistakes of vinyl pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on "vinyl", pronouncing it as ˈvaɪnəl instead of the correct ˈvaɪnəl. Tip: Remember that the first syllable is stressed; practice saying "VIN-yl".
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some people pronounce "vinyl" with an exaggerated "a" sound, leading to "vayn-uhl". This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on a short "i" sound, as in "vin", to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Skipping the "l": A common mistake is to omit the "l" sound, saying "vye-nai" instead of "vinyl". This changes the word entirely. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "l" clearly at the end to avoid confusion.
- Confusing with "final": Learners sometimes mix up "vinyl" with "final", pronouncing it as "fye-nuhl". This is incorrect. Tip: Be aware of the initial sound; "vinyl" starts with a "v" sound, not an "f".
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may pronounce "vinyl" with a long "i", saying "vee-nuhl". This is not accurate. Tip: Keep the "i" short, as in "vin", to achieve the correct sound of "vinyl".