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caramel
Definition:
(nou) firm chewy candy made from caramelized sugar and butter and milk (nou) burnt sugar; used to color and flavor food (nou) a medium to dark tan color
Examples:
The caramel colored poultry is appetizing and the taste is sweet.
It's just chocolate and caramel.
Flavors include butterscotch and caramel.
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Common mistakes of caramel pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "caramel" as /ˈkær.ə.məl/ (US) or /ˈkær.ə.məl/ (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable instead, as in /ˈkær.ə.məl/.
- Omitting the middle vowel: Many people pronounce "caramel" as /ˈkɑr.məl/ (US) or /ˈkɑː.məl/ (UK), skipping the middle "a." Tip: Practice saying the full three-syllable version to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "l": Some pronounce "caramel" with a heavy "l" sound, resulting in /ˈkær.ə.mel/. Tip: Keep the "l" soft and subtle, focusing on the first two syllables.
- Confusing with "caramelize": Learners sometimes mix up "caramel" with "caramelize," leading to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Remember that "caramel" has three syllables, while "caramelize" has four, which can help differentiate them.
- Using a diphthong: Some speakers pronounce "caramel" with a diphthong in the first syllable, saying /ˈkɛər.ə.məl/. Tip: Use a short vowel sound for the "a" as in /ˈkær.ə.məl/ to avoid this mistake.