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brazilian

Definition:

(nou) a native or inhabitant of Brazil

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The brazilian league was the best in the world.

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Common mistakes of brazilian pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "bra-ZIL-ian" instead of the correct "BRA-zil-ian" /brəˈzɪl.jən/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable to sound more natural.
Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "brazilian" with a long "i" sound, saying "bree-ZIL-ian." The correct pronunciation has a short "i" /ɪ/. Tip: Practice saying "bit" to get the short "i" sound right.
Missing the schwa: Learners often omit the schwa sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "bra-ZIL-yan" instead of "BRA-zil-ian" /brəˈzɪl.jən/. Tip: Focus on the unstressed vowel to maintain the flow of the word.
Incorrect vowel in the second syllable: Some may say "brah-ZIL-ian," using an "ah" sound instead of the correct "ih" /ɪ/. Tip: Compare it to "chameleon" to help differentiate the vowel sounds.
Overemphasizing the final syllable: It is common to overemphasize the last part, saying "brazilian" as "bra-ZIL-ee-an." The proper pronunciation is "BRA-zil-ian" /brəˈzɪl.jən/. Tip: Keep the final syllable light and quick to avoid sounding unnatural.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "brazilian" correctly?

The word "brazilian" is pronounced as /brəˈzɪl.jən/ in both American and British English. The primary stress is on the second syllable, "zil."

Is there a schwa sound in "brazilian"?

Yes, the first syllable of "brazilian" contains a schwa sound, represented as /brə/. This sound is common in unstressed syllables in English.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "brazilian"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, pronouncing it as /ˈbræz.ɪl.jən/ instead of /brəˈzɪl.jən/. Be sure to emphasize the "zil" part for correct pronunciation.

Does the pronunciation of "brazilian" differ in any regional accents?

Generally, "brazilian" is pronounced similarly across different English accents, but slight variations may occur in the vowel sounds. In some accents, the "a" in the first syllable may sound more like "ah" than "uh."