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blancmange
Definition:
(nou) sweet almond-flavored milk pudding thickened with gelatin or cornstarch; usually molded
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Haupia is very similar to the European dessert blancmange.
The end product is a kind of jelly similar to tapioca or blancmange.
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Common mistakes of blancmange pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "blan-CMANGE." The correct stress is on the second syllable, as in UK /blɒnˈmɒnʒ/ and US /blɑnˈmɑnʒ/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "mange."
- Pronouncing "blanc" incorrectly: Some pronounce "blanc" as "blank." The correct pronunciation is "blahn" in UK /blɒŋ/ and US /blɑŋ/. Tip: Focus on the nasal sound in "blanc" to get it right.
- Skipping the "c": A common mistake is to omit the "c" sound, saying "blan-mange." The "c" is crucial, making it "blancmange." Tip: Practice saying "blanc" and "mange" together to ensure you pronounce the "c."
- Mispronouncing "mange": Some pronounce "mange" as "manj." The correct pronunciation includes a soft "zh" sound, as in UK /mɒnʒ/ and US /mɑnʒ/. Tip: Think of the "s" sound in "measure" to help with "mange."
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some speakers overemphasize the "g," saying "blanc-manj." The correct pronunciation has a soft "g" sound, as in UK /blɒnˈmɒnʒ/ and US /blɑnˈmɑnʒ/. Tip: Keep the "g" subtle and blend it with the "e."