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brunei
Definition:
(nou) a sultanate in northwestern Borneo; became independent of Great Britain in 1984
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That brunei is a nation, and not a racial community.
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Common mistakes of brunei pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing "brunei" as /bruˈneɪ/. The correct stress is on the last syllable: /bruˈnaɪ/. Tip: Focus on the final syllable to emphasize it correctly.
- Vowel confusion: Many people pronounce "brunei" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying /bruˈniː/. The correct pronunciation features a diphthong: /bruˈnaɪ/. Tip: Practice saying "my" to capture the correct sound.
- Incorrect initial sound: Some might say "brunei" starting with a "bree" sound, like /briˈneɪ/. The initial sound should be /bru/. Tip: Think of "brew" to help with the initial sound.
- Overemphasizing the "n": Learners sometimes overpronounce the "n" in "brunei," making it sound like /bruˈneɪ/. The "n" is softer in the correct pronunciation /bruˈnaɪ/. Tip: Keep the "n" subtle and focus on the vowel sounds.
- Ignoring the final "i": Some may drop the final "i," pronouncing it as /bruˈne/. The "i" is essential and should be pronounced as /naɪ/. Tip: Remember that the final syllable is crucial for clarity.