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bandana
Definition:
(nou) large and brightly colored handkerchief; often used as a neckerchief
Phonetic Transcription:
bænˈdænə
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Common mistakes of bandana pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners put stress on the second syllable, saying "ban-ˈdana". This is incorrect. The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ban-ˈdan-a". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "dan" part.
- Vowel confusion: The "a" in "bandana" is often mispronounced. Some say "bæn-ˈdæn-ə" instead of "bæn-ˈdɑː-nə". The US pronunciation uses a more open "a". Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the subtle vowel sounds.
- Dropping syllables: Some speakers omit the last syllable, saying "ban-ˈdan". This results in an incomplete pronunciation. The full pronunciation includes all syllables: "ban-ˈdan-a". Tip: Practice saying the full word slowly to avoid dropping syllables.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners may pronounce "bandana" with a short "a" sound, saying "bæn-ˈdæn-ə". However, the "a" in the second syllable should be pronounced longer as "ɑː". Tip: Pay attention to the length of the vowel sounds when practicing.
- Mispronouncing the final "a": Some might say "bandan" without the final "a". This is incorrect. The word should end with "nə", not just "n". Tip: Make sure to finish the word clearly with the final sound.