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amish
Definition:
(nou) an American follower of the Mennonite religion
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Common mistakes of amish pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "a-MISH" instead of "AM-ish". Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable, as indicated by the IPA: /ˈɑː.mɪʃ/ (UK), /ˈæ.mɪʃ/ (US).
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in the first syllable may be pronounced as "a" instead of the correct "ah" sound. Tip: Focus on producing the "ah" sound, as in "father", to pronounce "amish" correctly.
- Silent "h" error: Some may mistakenly pronounce the "h" in "amish" as silent, saying "amis". Tip: Always pronounce the "h" clearly, as it is an essential part of the word's structure.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners may shorten the vowel in the first syllable, saying "a-mish" instead of "amish". Tip: Ensure the first vowel is pronounced longer, as indicated in the IPA with the primary stress on the first syllable.
- Overemphasis on "ish": Some speakers may overly stress the second syllable, making it sound like "am-ISH". Tip: Keep the second syllable light and quick, maintaining the natural rhythm of "AM-ish".