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american
Definition:
(nou) a native or inhabitant of the United States (nou) the English language as used in the United States (nou) a native or inhabitant of a North American or Central American or South American country
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈmerɪkən
Examples:
The word settled in the vocabulary of the american indian population.
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Common mistakes of american pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "a-MER-i-can" /əˈmɛrɪkən/. The correct stress is on the third syllable: "a-mer-" /əˈmɛr/. Tip: Focus on saying "a-MER-i-can" with a strong third syllable.
- Vowel sounds: Some pronounce "american" with a short "a" sound, like "uh-mer-i-can" /əˈmɛrɪkən/. The first vowel should be pronounced as a schwa /ə/ instead. Tip: Practice saying "a-mer-i-can" with a clear schwa sound at the beginning.
- Final "n" sound: Learners might omit the final "n," saying "americ" /əˈmɛrɪk/. This can change the meaning and make it unclear. Tip: Always ensure to pronounce the "n" clearly to finish with "can."
- "c" pronunciation: Some pronounce the "c" in "american" as an "s" sound, saying "amerisan" /əˈmɛrɪsən/. The "c" should sound like a "k." Tip: Emphasize the "k" sound to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Syllable reduction: A common mistake is reducing the second syllable too much, saying "amer-ican" /əˈmɛrɪkən/ as "amer-kin" /əˈmɛr kɪn/. This can lead to misunderstanding. Tip: Keep all syllables distinct and clear for better communication.