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caribou
Definition:
(nou) Arctic deer with large antlers in both sexes; called `reindeer' in Eurasia and `caribou' in North America
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkærɪbuː
Examples:
The coat of the caribou is white and thick in the winter.
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Common mistakes of caribou pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ca-RI-bou." The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈkær.ɪ.buː/ in US and /ˈkær.ɪ.buː/ in UK. Tip: Emphasize the "car" part to get it right.
- Vowel sounds: Some mispronounce the "a" in "caribou" as in "cat." The correct pronunciation has the "a" sounding like "air," as in /ˈkær/. Tip: Practice saying "car" with an emphasis on the "air" sound.
- Ending sound: A common mistake is to pronounce the "ou" as "ow" (like in "cow"). The correct pronunciation ends with a long "oo" sound: /buː/. Tip: Think of the word "too" to guide your pronunciation of the ending.
- Syllable division: Learners sometimes combine syllables, saying "cariboo" as one syllable. The correct division is three syllables: "car-i-bou." Tip: Break it down into parts: "car," "i," and "bou" to pronounce it correctly.
- Overemphasis on "b": Some people overemphasize the "b" sound, making it sound harsh. The "b" should be soft, fitting smoothly between the vowels: /ˈkær.ɪ.buː/. Tip: Practice saying it slowly to find the right balance.