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How to pronounce:
carol
Definition:
(nou) joyful religious song celebrating the birth of Christ (nou) a joyful song (usually celebrating the birth of Christ)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkærəl
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Common mistakes of carol pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ca-ROL." The correct pronunciation is "CAR-ol" with primary stress on the first syllable (/ˈkær.əl/ in US, /ˈkær.əl/ in UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable to sound natural.
- Vowel confusion: Many people pronounce "carol" with an "a" sound like in "cat," leading to "cah-rol." The correct vowel sound is the short "a" as in "air" (/ˈkær.əl/). Tip: Practice saying "air" to get the right sound for "carol."
- Dropping the second syllable: Some may reduce "carol" to just "car," losing the second syllable entirely. This results in "CAR." The full pronunciation should include both syllables (/ˈkær.əl/). Tip: Remember to articulate both parts clearly, as they are essential to the word.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Learners sometimes overly roll the "r" in "carol," making it sound unnatural. The "r" should be pronounced lightly, as in "car." The correct sound is more subtle (/ˈkær.əl/). Tip: Keep your tongue relaxed when pronouncing the "r" to maintain a smooth flow.
- Mispronouncing the "l": Some may pronounce "carol" with a hard "l" sound, resulting in "car-ol." The "l" should be a light sound, almost blending with the vowel before it (/ˈkær.əl/). Tip: Practice saying "will" to get a sense of the softer "l" sound.