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cardamom
Definition:
(nou) rhizomatous herb of India having aromatic seeds used as seasoning (nou) aromatic seeds used as seasoning like cinnamon and cloves especially in pickles and barbecue sauces
Examples:
Cardamom bread is a type of bread flavored with cardamom.
Cinnamon and cardamom are also common.
It has an auction centre for cardamom.
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Common mistakes of cardamom pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "car-DAM-om" instead of the correct "CAR-da-mom" (ˈkɑːr.də.məm in UK, ˈkɑːr.də.məm in US). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable.
- Skipping the middle syllable: Some might pronounce "cardamom" as "CARD-mom" or "CAR-mom," omitting the middle syllable. This leads to a significant pronunciation error. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all three syllables clearly.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: The middle vowel sound can be tricky. Some say "card-a-mom" with a long "a" sound instead of the correct short "a" in "cardamom" (ˈkɑːr.də.məm). Tip: Focus on a quick "da" sound, not a prolonged one.
- Confusing with similar words: People often mix up "cardamom" with "cardamon" or "cardamon" due to similar spelling. This can lead to mispronunciation. Tip: Stick to "cardamom" and practice the correct IPA for clarity.
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some speakers stress the last syllable too much, saying "cardam-OM" instead of "cardamom" (ˈkɑːr.də.məm). Tip: Keep the final syllable soft and unstressed.