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aroma

Definition:

(nou) any property detected by the olfactory system (nou) a distinctive odor that is pleasant

Phonetic Transcription:

əˈrəʊmə

Examples:

The aroma is clear and enduring.

I love the aroma of cloves.

I smelt the aroma of flowers.

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scent

fragrance

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Common mistakes of aroma pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "a-RO-ma" instead of the correct "a-RO-ma" (ˈəˌroʊ.mə in US, ˈəˌrəʊ.mə in UK). Tip: Remember to place the primary stress on the second syllable.
Overemphasizing vowels: Some learners pronounce "aroma" with overly long vowels, making it sound like "a-ro-ma." This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation includes shorter vowel sounds (ˈəˌroʊ.mə in US, ˈəˌrəʊ.mə in UK). Tip: Keep the vowels concise and clear.
Omitting the initial sound: A common mistake is to drop the initial "a" sound, leading to "roma." This omits the important schwa sound (ˈə) at the beginning. Tip: Always start with the "a" sound to ensure clarity.
Confusing "aroma" with "aroma"s": Some speakers mistakenly add an "s" sound at the end, pronouncing it as "aromas." This changes the word and is not correct. Tip: Focus on the singular form "aroma" to avoid confusion.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "aroma" with a different vowel sound, like "a-roh-ma." This alters the meaning and pronunciation. The correct vowels are short and clear (ˈəˌroʊ.mə in US, ˈəˌrəʊ.mə in UK). Tip: Practice the correct vowel sounds to ensure accurate pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "aroma" in American English?

In American English, "aroma" is pronounced as /əˈroʊ.mə/. The primary stress is on the second syllable, "ro," which sounds like "roh."

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

Yes, there is a slight difference. In British English, "aroma" is pronounced as /əˈrəʊ.mə/, with the "ro" sounding like "roh" and a different vowel sound in the first syllable.

What syllable is stressed in the word "aroma"?

The stress in "aroma" falls on the second syllable, "ro." This means you emphasize that part of the word more than the others when you say it.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "aroma"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often pronouncing it as /ˈɑː.roʊ.mə/ instead of /əˈroʊ.mə/. Remember to focus on stressing the second syllable for correct pronunciation.