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water
Definition:
(nou) binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent (nou) the part of the earth's surface covered with water (such as a river or lake or ocean) (nou) once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles) (nou) a facility that provides a source of water (nou) liquid excretory product (nou) a liquid necessary for the life of most animals and plants
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈwɔːtə
Examples:
The decomposition is dependent on the flow of water.
The water in the river flowed rapidly.
The water flows from the north of the city.
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Common mistakes of water pronunciation
- Dropping the "t": Some speakers may pronounce "water" as "wah-er" /ˈwɔːər/ in UK English or /ˈwɑːdər/ in US English. Tip: Remember to articulate the "t" clearly to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Misplacing stress: Incorrect stress can lead to "water" sounding like "WA-ter" /ˈwɑːtər/ in US English or "wa-TER" /wɔːˈtər/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on placing the primary stress on the first syllable.
- Using an incorrect vowel sound: Some may say "water" with an "o" sound, like "woater." This is incorrect as the vowel should be pronounced as /ɑː/ in US English or /ɔː/ in UK English. Tip: Practice the correct vowel sound by listening to native speakers.
- Overemphasizing the "r": In some accents, "water" may sound overly pronounced as "warter." This can distort the word's clarity. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and subtle to sound more natural.
- Confusing with other liquids: Some learners might confuse "water" with "whiskey" or "soda," leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Practice distinguishing "water" /ˈwɔːtər/ in UK English and /ˈwɑːdər/ in US English from other beverages to improve clarity.