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sumachs

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Pronunciation

Understanding ARPABET Pronunciation

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The pronunciation guide uses the ARPABET phonetic system—the same system used in speech recognition and text-to-speech applications.

Vowel Examples:
AE1 = cat, bat
EH1 = bed, head
IY1 = see, me
OW1 = go, boat
UW1 = boot, do
Stress Numbers:
0 = no stress (unstressed)
1 = primary stress (loud)
2 = secondary stress (medium)
Example:
AH0 TH IY1 N AH0
= a-THEE-na (Athena)

The stressed syllable (marked with 1) is pronounced louder and clearer than others.

Quick Definition

Sumachs are flowering plants that produce clusters of small, red or yellow fruits and are often found in wild areas.

Detailed Definition
Sumachs belong to the family Anacardiaceae and are known for their vibrant foliage and clusters of small, red or yellow fruits. They are often found in North America and are recognized for their ability to thrive in poor soil conditions. In the context of the poem, the mention of sumachs growing around the schoolhouse evokes a sense of nostalgia and the passage of time, highlighting the natural beauty surrounding the setting.
Example
Example in poetry:
“Around it still the sumachs grow” — Thomas Hardy, “The Voice”; Sumachs flare red in autumn, making a vivid image of foliage; The sumachs beside the road hold their crimson cones; Native sumac can signal a local landscape and seasonal change
Additional Notes
The word 'sumachs' may be unfamiliar to readers as it refers to a specific type of plant that is not commonly discussed in everyday conversation.; Found in the poem, In School-Days by John Greenleaf Whittier
Also Known As
Sumac Trees Rhus Tangy Shrubs
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