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casserole

Definition:

(nou) food cooked and served in a casserole (nou) large deep dish in which food can be cooked and served

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Garlic improves the flavour of the casserole.

Put the whole thing in a casserole dish and put it in the fridge to cool.

The casserole is then stewed at a low temperature.

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Common mistakes of casserole pronunciation

  1. Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "cas-ser-ˈole." The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈkæs.ə.roʊl" (US) or "ˈkæs.ə.rəʊl" (UK). Tip: Practice emphasizing the first syllable to sound more natural.
  2. Omitting vowels: A common mistake is to say "casr-ole," dropping the middle vowel. The correct pronunciation includes all syllables: "ˈkæs.ə.roʊl" (US) or "ˈkæs.ə.rəʊl" (UK). Tip: Clearly articulate each syllable to improve clarity.
  3. Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the first vowel as "a" in "cat," leading to "ˈkæt.sə.roʊl." The correct sound is "æ" as in "cat." Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the correct vowel sounds.
  4. Blending syllables: Saying "cas-er-ole" blends syllables incorrectly. The proper pronunciation separates them as "ˈkæs.ə.roʊl" (US) or "ˈkæs.ə.rəʊl" (UK). Tip: Practice saying each syllable distinctly to avoid blending.
  5. Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "casserole" with "casseroled," leading to incorrect usage. "Casserole" refers to the dish, while "casseroled" is a verb form. Tip: Remember that "casserole" is a noun for a specific cooking method.

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How do you pronounce "casserole"?

In American English, "casserole" is pronounced as /ˈkæs.ə.roʊl/, with the stress on the first syllable. In British English, it is pronounced /ˈkæs.ə.rəʊl/, also stressing the first syllable but with a different vowel sound in the last syllable.

What are the syllables in "casserole"?

The word "casserole" has three syllables: "cas," "se," and "role." You can break it down as /ˈkæs/ - /ə/ - /roʊl/ in American English and /ˈkæs/ - /ə/ - /rəʊl/ in British English.

Is there a schwa sound in "casserole"?

Yes, the second syllable in "casserole" contains a schwa sound, represented as /ə/. This sound occurs in unstressed syllables and is pronounced like a quick, soft "uh."

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "casserole"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress on the second syllable, saying /kæs.əˈroʊl/ instead of /ˈkæs.ə.roʊl/. Additionally, some learners may confuse the ending sounds, pronouncing it as "casseroll" instead of the correct "casserole."
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