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amontillado
Definition:
(nou) pale medium-dry sherry from Spain
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Common mistakes of amontillado pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "a-MON-tillado". The correct pronunciation is /əˌmɒn.tɪˈjɑː.doʊ/ in UK and /əˌmɑːn.tɪˈjɑː.doʊ/ in US. Tip: Remember the primary stress is on the last syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Some may mispronounce the "o" in "Amontillado" as a long "o" sound, saying "a-mon-tee-LA-do". The correct sound is /əˌmɒn.tɪˈjɑː.doʊ/ or /əˌmɑːn.tɪˈjɑː.doʊ/. Tip: Focus on the short "o" sound.
- Overemphasizing "t": Learners might stress the "t" too heavily, saying "a-mon-til-LA-do". The correct pronunciation features a softer "t" sound. Tip: Keep the "t" light and smooth in the flow of speech.
- Ignoring the "l": Some may skip the "l" in "Amontillado", pronouncing it as "a-mon-ti-A-do". The "l" is essential for clarity. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "l" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Incorrect syllable count: Learners sometimes treat "Amontillado" as a three-syllable word, saying "a-mon-ti-lado". The correct syllable count is four: /əˌmɒn.tɪˈjɑː.doʊ/ or /əˌmɑːn.tɪˈjɑː.doʊ/. Tip: Break it down into four distinct syllables for accurate pronunciation.