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borzoi
Definition:
(nou) tall fast-moving dog breed
Examples:
If a wolf was sighted, the hunter would release a team of two or three borzoi.
Lady Peel was interested in dog racing and bred several award winning borzoi.
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Common mistakes of borzoi pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "bor-ZOI" instead of the correct "BOR-zoi". Tip: Remember, the primary stress is on the first syllable, marked as ˈbɔrzɔɪ.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "borzoi" with an overly pronounced "o" as in "boat". The correct sound is a short "o" as in "bore". Tip: Focus on producing the sound /ɔ/ in the first syllable.
- Adding extra syllables: A common mistake is pronouncing "borzoi" as three syllables, like "bor-ZO-ee". Tip: Keep it to two syllables: "BOR-zoi", and practice saying it smoothly.
- Overemphasizing the "z": Learners sometimes pronounce the "z" too harshly, making it sound like "bor-ZO-yi". Tip: The "z" should be soft, almost blending into the following vowel: /zɔɪ/.
- Ignoring regional accents: Some may pronounce "borzoi" with a distinct accent that alters the vowel sounds. Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the subtle nuances of pronunciation in different accents.