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boston
Definition:
(nou) state capital and largest city of Massachusetts; a major center for banking and financial services
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Common mistakes of boston pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "bos-ˈton". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈboston". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "bos" part.
- Vowel confusion: Some speakers pronounce "boston" with a long "o" sound, saying "boh-ston". In both US and UK English, the "o" is pronounced as a short vowel: "ɒ" in UK and "ɑ" in US. Tip: Focus on the short "o" sound.
- Dropping the "t": A common mistake is to drop the "t" sound, leading to "bos-on". The "t" should be clearly pronounced as in "ˈboston". Tip: Practice saying "boston" slowly to ensure you include the "t".
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may say "boston" with an elongated "a" sound, like "baws-ton". The correct pronunciation uses a short vowel sound: "bɑː" in US and "bɒ" in UK. Tip: Keep the vowel short and crisp.
- Adding an extra syllable: Learners sometimes say "bos-ton" with an additional syllable, making it sound like "bos-ton". The correct pronunciation is a two-syllable word: "ˈboston". Tip: Practice saying it smoothly as one word.