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xylem
Definition:
(nou) the woody part of plants: the supporting and water-conducting tissue, consisting primarily of tracheids and vessels
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈzaɪləm
Examples:
Nymphs feed from the xylem of roots.
The dicotyledonous woody xylem is also absent.
The xylem typically lies over the phloem.
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Common mistakes of xylem pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "xy-LEM" instead of "XY-lem". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, pronounced as /ˈzaɪ.ləm/ in both US and UK English.
- Vowel confusion: The "y" in "xylem" can be mispronounced, leading to "zye-lem" instead of the correct "zaɪ-lem". Tip: Focus on the "y" sounding like "i" in "my", as in /ˈzaɪ.ləm/.
- Omitting the "l": Some might pronounce "xylem" as "zy-em", dropping the "l" sound. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "l" clearly to avoid confusion, as in /ˈzaɪ.ləm/.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Mispronouncing the "e" in "xylem" as a short "e" sound can lead to saying "zel-em". Tip: Use the long "i" sound as in "eye" for the first syllable, pronounced /ˈzaɪ.ləm/.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Some speakers may overemphasize the second syllable, saying "xy-LEM" with too much force. Tip: Keep the second syllable softer and less stressed, maintaining the correct rhythm of /ˈzaɪ.ləm/.