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cacique
Definition:
(nou) black-and-red or black-and-yellow orioles of the American tropics
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Both Cruz and the cacique die of the disease.
There also seem to be gradation of cacique mentioned.
Nearby, there's a monument to Chief Hayuya, cacique of the region.
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Common mistakes of cacique pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ca-CIQUE" instead of "CA-cique". The correct IPA is /ˈkæsɪk/ in US and /kəˈsiːk/ in UK. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "a" as in "cat" rather than the correct sound as in "cousin". The US pronunciation is /ˈkæsɪk/, while the UK is /kəˈsiːk/. Tip: Practice the "a" sound in "cousin" for accuracy.
- Overly soft "c": A common mistake is to pronounce "c" too softly, making it sound like "s". The correct sound is a hard "k" in both US and UK pronunciations. Tip: Enunciate "c" as in "cat" to maintain clarity.
- Omitting the final sound: Some speakers may drop the final "que" sound, pronouncing it as "cac" instead of "cacique". The full pronunciation is important for clarity. Tip: Always finish with the "que" to complete the word correctly.
- Confusing with similar words: "Cacique" may be confused with "cacao" or "cactus", leading to mispronunciation. The IPA for "cacique" is distinct. Tip: Focus on the unique sounds of "cacique" to avoid mix-ups.