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capo
Definition:
(nou) the head of a branch of an organized crime syndicate
Examples:
Songs are led by a capo with the aid of a megaphone.
The da capo aria was common in the musical genres of opera and oratorio.
Others can be achieved using a capo and/or a partial capo.
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Common mistakes of capo pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ca-PO." The correct pronunciation is "ˈkeɪ.poʊ" in US English and "ˈkæ.pəʊ" in UK English. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many confuse the vowel sounds, saying "capo" with an "a" as in "cat." The correct sound is "eɪ" as in "day" for US and "æ" as in "cat" for UK. Tip: Practice saying "day" to get the right sound.
- Overlooking the final "o": Some speakers may drop the final "o," pronouncing it as "cap." The full pronunciation is "ˈkeɪ.poʊ" or "ˈkæ.pəʊ." Tip: Always finish with the "o" sound to maintain clarity.
- Adding an extra syllable: Learners sometimes add an unnecessary syllable, saying "cap-o." This is incorrect; it should be pronounced as two syllables: "ˈkeɪ.poʊ" or "ˈkæ.pəʊ." Tip: Focus on the smooth transition between the two syllables.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "capo" with "cape" or "caper." While "capo" refers to a device used on a guitar, "cape" is a type of clothing. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the context to avoid confusion.