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afrikaans

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(nou) an official language of the Republic of South Africa; closely related to Dutch and Flemish

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Common mistakes of afrikaans pronunciation

Stress misplacement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "af-ri-KAANS" instead of "AF-ri-kaans". Tip: Focus on the primary stress on the first syllable (ˈæf.rɪ.kɑːnz).
Vowel confusion: The "a" in "afrikaans" can be pronounced as "æ" (as in "cat") instead of the correct "ɑː" (as in "father"). Tip: Practice saying "ah" to get the right sound (ˈæf.rɪ.kɑːnz).
Final "s" sound: Some may pronounce the final "s" too softly or drop it altogether, saying "afrikaans" as "afrikaans" without the "s". Tip: Ensure you clearly articulate the "s" sound at the end (ˈæf.rɪ.kɑːnz).
Overemphasis on "k": Learners sometimes emphasize the "k" sound too much, leading to a harsh pronunciation like "afri-KAANS". Tip: Keep the "k" subtle and smooth to maintain a natural flow (ˈæf.rɪ.kɑːnz).
Incorrect vowel length: Some might pronounce the "a" as a short vowel, saying "afrikans" rather than the correct "afrikaans". Tip: Pay attention to the length of the vowel sounds, especially the "a" (ˈæf.rɪ.kɑːnz).

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How do you pronounce "afrikaans"?

The word "afrikaans" is pronounced as /ˌæf.rɪˈkɑːnz/ in American English and /ˌæf.rɪˈkɑːnz/ in British English. The stress is on the third syllable, "kɑːnz," which is pronounced with an open vowel sound.

What are the syllables in "afrikaans"?

The word "afrikaans" has three syllables: "af," "ri," and "kaans." Each syllable flows together, with the emphasis on the last syllable.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "afrikaans"?

Many learners mistakenly stress the first syllable instead of the third syllable in "afrikaans." Remember to emphasize "kɑːnz" to pronounce it correctly.

Is there a difference between American and British pronunciation of "afrikaans"?

There is no significant difference in the pronunciation of "afrikaans" between American and British English; both use the same IPA notation /ˌæf.rɪˈkɑːnz/. The stress pattern remains consistent in both variants.