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Definition:

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Phonetic Transcription:

ˈæməzən

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Common mistakes of amazon pronunciation

Stress on the wrong syllable: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "am-ˈa-zon". The correct pronunciation is "ˈæm.ə.zən" in US English and "ˈæm.əz.ən" in UK English. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable.
Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "a" in "amazon" as "ay" or "ah". The correct sound is a short "æ" as in "cat". Tip: Practice saying "æm" to get the right vowel sound.
Overemphasizing the "z": Some people pronounce "amazon" with a strong "z" sound, like "am-a-ˈzohn". The correct pronunciation has a softer "z" sound, as in "zən". Tip: Focus on a quick, light "z" to sound natural.
Ignoring the schwa sound: Learners often skip the schwa in the second syllable, saying "am-a-zon" instead of "æm.ə.zən". The schwa is crucial for the correct rhythm. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to include the schwa sound.
Adding extra syllables: Some pronounce "amazon" as "am-a-ˈzohn" with too many syllables. The correct pronunciation has only three syllables: "ˈæm.ə.zən". Tip: Break the word down into its three distinct syllables to avoid adding extras.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "amazon" in American English?

In American English, "amazon" is pronounced as /ˈæm.ə.zɒn/. The stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "am," followed by a schwa sound in the second syllable, and ends with "zon."

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "amazon" between British and American English?

Yes, in British English, "amazon" is pronounced as /ˈæm.ə.zən/. The primary stress remains on the first syllable, but the last syllable has a different vowel sound, making it sound like "zən" instead of "zɒn."

What is the syllable breakdown for "amazon"?

The word "amazon" has four syllables: "am," "a," "zon." In IPA, it is divided as /ˈæm.ə.zɒn/ in American English and /ˈæm.ə.zən/ in British English.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "amazon"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress or mispronouncing the last syllable. Some may say "am-a-zon" with equal stress on each syllable, which is incorrect; remember to stress the first syllable.