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alabama
Definition:
(nou) a state in the southeastern United States on the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War (nou) a member of the Muskhogean people formerly living in what is now the state of Alabama (nou) a river in Alabama formed by the confluence of the Coosa and Tallapoosa Rivers near Montgomery; flows southwestward to become a tributary of the Mobile River (nou) the Muskhogean language of the Alabama
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Common mistakes of alabama pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "al-ˈa-ba-ma". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˌæ-lə-ˈbæ-mə". Tip: Focus on the "bæ" sound to emphasize the correct syllable.
- Vowel sounds: The first syllable is often mispronounced with a short vowel, as in "ˈæl-ə-bæ-mə". The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound: "ˌæ-lə-ˈbæ-mə". Tip: Practice saying the first syllable quickly to help with the schwa sound.
- Final syllable: Some speakers may pronounce the last syllable as "ma" with a long "a" sound, as in "alabama". The correct pronunciation is with a schwa: "ˌæ-lə-ˈbæ-mə". Tip: Remember that the ending should be soft and quick.
- Syllable division: A common mistake is treating "alabama" as having four syllables, pronouncing it as "al-a-ˈbæ-ma". The correct division is three syllables: "ˌæ-lə-ˈbæ-mə". Tip: Break it down into three parts to aid clarity.
- Nasal sounds: Some learners forget to nasalize the "m" sound in "alabama", leading to a flat pronunciation. The correct sound is more pronounced: "ˌæ-lə-ˈbæ-mə". Tip: Emphasize the "m" by allowing air to flow through your nose.