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wafer
Definition:
(nou) a small adhesive disk of paste; used to seal letters (nou) a small thin crisp cake or cookie (nou) thin disk of unleavened bread used in a religious service (especially in the celebration of the Eucharist)
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The wafer is the round disc in the middle.
It is depraved to call for the death of anyone over a wafer.
A step of etching and passivating the edges of the wafer is also disclosed.
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Common mistakes of wafer pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "wa-'fer" instead of the correct "'wa-fer". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, "'wa".
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "wafer" with a short "a" sound, like "waf-er". The correct pronunciation uses a long "a" sound, as in "'wā-fər". Tip: Focus on elongating the "a" to achieve the correct sound.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "wafer" with an "o" sound, leading to "wofer". The correct pronunciation uses an "a" sound, as in "'wa-fər". Tip: Practice saying "wa" like in "water" to avoid this error.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers may pronounce the "r" too strongly, resulting in "wafer" sounding like "wafer-r". The correct pronunciation has a softer "r" sound, as in "'wa-fər". Tip: Lightly touch the "r" to keep it subtle.
- Skipping the second syllable: Learners might reduce "wafer" to a single syllable, saying "waff". The correct pronunciation includes both syllables, "'wa-fər". Tip: Ensure you articulate both parts clearly to maintain the integrity of the word.