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azores
Definition:
(nou) islands in the Atlantic Ocean belonging to Portugal
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Common mistakes of azores pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "azores" with a long "a" sound as in "face" /eɪ/, instead of the correct short "a" as in "cat" /æ/. Tip: Focus on the "a" sound /ə/ in the first syllable.
- Misplaced stress: A common mistake is putting stress on the second syllable, saying "a-ZORES" instead of the correct "AZ-ores" /ˈeɪ.zɔrz/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Overemphasis on the final "s": Some speakers may pronounce "azores" with a strong "s" sound, making it sound like "azores" /s/, rather than the softer /z/ sound. Tip: The correct pronunciation ends with a soft "z" sound.
- Blending sounds: People might blend the "z" and "o" sounds together, creating an unclear pronunciation like "a-zores". Tip: Clearly articulate the "z" followed by the "o" to maintain clarity in "azores".
- Confusion with similar words: Some may confuse "azores" with "azure" /ˈæʒ.ər/, leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Keep in mind that "azores" has a distinct pronunciation with the "z" sound and different stress pattern.