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aubergine
Definition:
(nou) hairy upright herb native to southeastern Asia but widely cultivated for its large glossy edible fruit commonly used as a vegetable (nou) egg-shaped vegetable having a shiny skin typically dark purple but occasionally white or yellow
Examples:
This is the spicy aubergine and tomato with poached eggs recipe.
The aubergine was the original name for it.
Another variation includes shrimp and aubergine.
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Common mistakes of aubergine pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "au-BER-gine" instead of the correct "AU-ber-gine" (/ˈoʊ.bər.dʒiːn/ in US, /ˈəʊ.bə.dʒiːn/ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "aubergine" with a short "a" sound, as in "cat". The first syllable should have a long "o" sound (/oʊ/ in US, /əʊ/ in UK). Tip: Practice saying "oh" before the rest of the word.
- Overemphasizing the "g": A common mistake is to pronounce the "g" in "aubergine" too strongly, as in "giraffe". The correct pronunciation uses a soft "g" (/dʒ/). Tip: Think of the "g" as in "gem" for clarity.
- Skipping the final "e": Some learners drop the final "e" sound, pronouncing it as "aubergin". The "e" at the end is important for the correct pronunciation (/dʒiːn/). Tip: Make sure to finish the word clearly with "een".
- Confusing with similar words: "Aubergine" is often confused with "eggplant", especially in the US. While they refer to the same vegetable, "aubergine" has a distinct pronunciation. Tip: Familiarize yourself with both terms and their pronunciations.