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ambrosia

Definition:

(nou) a mixture of nectar and pollen prepared by worker bees and fed to larvae (nou) any of numerous chiefly North American weedy plants constituting the genus Ambrosia that produce highly allergenic pollen responsible for much hay fever and asthma (nou) fruit dessert made of oranges and bananas with shredded coconut (nou) the food and drink of the gods; mortals who ate it became immortal

Phonetic Transcription:

æmˈbrəʊziə

Examples:

The bath had an ambrosia smell.

The food eaten there is the ambrosia of the Gods.

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Common mistakes of ambrosia pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "am-BRO-sia" [æmˈbroʊ.zi.ə] (US) or [æmˈbrəʊ.zi.ə] (UK). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the third syllable, "sia."
Incorrect vowel sounds: Many pronounce the "o" in "ambrosia" as a long "o," resulting in "am-BRO-sia." This leads to an inaccurate sound. Tip: The "o" should be pronounced as a short vowel, similar to "a" in "sofa."
Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers add an exaggerated "r" sound, pronouncing it as "am-bro-sia" instead of "ambrosia." Tip: Keep the "r" subtle and focus on the flow between the syllables.
Omitting the final vowel: A common mistake is dropping the last vowel, saying "ambrosi" instead of "ambrosia." This alters the word's meaning and sound. Tip: Always include the final "a," ensuring it flows smoothly.
Confusing "s" and "z" sounds: Some may pronounce "ambrosia" with a "z" sound, saying "am-bro-zhia." This is incorrect. Tip: The "s" in "ambrosia" should be a clear "s" sound, not a "z."

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "ambrosia"?

In American English, "ambrosia" is pronounced as /æmˈbroʊ.ʒə/. The stress is on the second syllable, which sounds like "broh," and the final syllable is pronounced with a soft "zh" sound.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "ambrosia" between US and UK English?

No significant difference exists in the pronunciation of "ambrosia" in US and UK English; both use /æmˈbroʊ.ʒə/. The vowel sounds and stress pattern remain consistent across both dialects.

What are the syllables in "ambrosia"?

The word "ambrosia" has four syllables: "am," "bro," "si," and "a." You can break it down phonetically as /æmˈbroʊ.ʒə/, emphasizing the second syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "ambrosia"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often pronouncing it as /ˌæmˈbroʊ.ʒə/, which emphasizes the first syllable instead of the second. Remember to stress the "bro" for accurate pronunciation.