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caravan
Definition:
(nou) a procession (of wagons or mules or camels) traveling together in single file (nou) a camper equipped with living quarters
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkærəvæn
Examples:
Look at the posters in the caravan in the circus.
The Holy Prophet rode at the head of the caravan.
Aware of the plan, the Meccan caravan eluded Muslims.
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Common mistakes of caravan pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "caravan" as /ˌkær.əˈvæn/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈkær.ə.væn/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable when saying "caravan".
- Vowel sound confusion: Some people mispronounce the first vowel in "caravan", saying it like the "a" in "cake". The correct sound is the short "a" /æ/ as in "cat". Tip: Practice saying "cat" to get the right vowel sound for "caravan".
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is to reduce "caravan" to two syllables, saying /ˈkær.vən/. The word has three syllables: /ˈkær.ə.væn/. Tip: Break it down into three distinct parts to maintain clarity when pronouncing "caravan".
- Final consonant blending: Some learners blend the final consonant, pronouncing "caravan" as /ˈkær.ə.van/. The correct pronunciation includes the "n" sound: /ˈkær.ə.væn/. Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the "n" at the end of "caravan".
- Regional variations: In some accents, "caravan" might be pronounced with a different vowel quality. For example, UK speakers may say /ˈkær.ə.van/, while US speakers often use /ˈkær.ə.væn/. Tip: Listen to native speakers from different regions to familiarize yourself with these variations.