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azerbaijan
Definition:
(nou) a landlocked republic in southwestern Asia; formerly an Asian soviet
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Common mistakes of azerbaijan pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "a-zer-BAI-jan." The correct pronunciation has primary stress on the last syllable, "a-zer-ba-ˈJAHN." Tip: Focus on the final syllable for correct emphasis.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some speakers may elongate the "a" in "azerbaijan," pronouncing it as "Azer-BAI-jan." The accurate pronunciation is more balanced, with a short "a" sound. Tip: Keep the "a" sounds brief and even.
- Ignoring the "j" sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "j" as "g," resulting in "azerbai-GAN." The correct sound is a soft "j," as in "jam." Tip: Practice saying "jam" to get comfortable with the "j" sound.
- Mispronouncing "z": Some people say "azer-BI-jan," using a hard "z" sound. The correct pronunciation includes a softer "z," as in "zoo." Tip: Emphasize the soft "z" to align with the proper pronunciation.
- Omitting the final "n": It's common to drop the "n" at the end, saying "azerbaij" instead of "azerbaijan." The final "n" is crucial for clarity. Tip: Always finish with the "n" to ensure accurate pronunciation.