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belize
Definition:
(nou) a country on the northeastern coast of Central America on the Caribbean; formerly under British control
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Common mistakes of belize pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying /bəˈliːz/. The correct stress is on the second syllable: /bəˈliːz/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the second syllable when pronouncing "belize".
- Overemphasizing the "e": Many learners pronounce the "e" in "belize" too strongly, leading to a sound like /bɛˈliːz/. The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound /bəˈliːz/. Tip: Keep the "e" soft and quick, almost like a whisper.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some people use a short "i" sound, saying /bɪˈliːz/. The correct vowel sound is a long "ee" /iː/. Tip: Practice saying "beet" to get the right long "ee" sound for "belize".
- Adding an extra vowel: A common mistake is inserting an extra vowel sound, resulting in /bəˈlɪziːz/. The correct pronunciation is without the extra sound: /bəˈliːz/. Tip: Listen to native speakers to avoid adding unnecessary sounds.
- Mixing up with "belize" and "belize": Some confuse "belize" with "belize" (the country) and pronounce it differently. Remember, the correct pronunciation for both contexts is /bəˈliːz/. Tip: Associate "belize" with its geographical context to reinforce the correct pronunciation.