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belarus
Definition:
(nou) a landlocked republic in eastern Europe; formerly a European soviet
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Common mistakes of belarus pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /ˌbɛləˈrʊs/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈbɛləˌrʊs/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Vowel sound confusion: The first vowel sound is often mispronounced as /æ/ instead of the correct /ɛ/. This leads to saying "Belarus" as /ˈbælərʊs/. Tip: Practice the "e" sound in "bet" to get it right.
- Final "s" sound mispronunciation: Some speakers might pronounce the final "s" as /z/ instead of /s/, resulting in /ˈbɛləˌruːz/. The correct pronunciation ends with /s/. Tip: Compare it to "miss" to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasis on the second syllable: Learners sometimes stress the second syllable too much, creating /bɛˈlɑːrʊs/. The correct pronunciation maintains a lighter second syllable. Tip: Keep the second syllable softer, almost like an afterthought.
- Dropping the "a": Some may omit the "a" sound, pronouncing it as /ˈbɛlrus/. The correct pronunciation includes the "a" sound as /ˈbɛləˌrʊs/. Tip: Make sure to pronounce each syllable distinctly to avoid dropping sounds.