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chartreuse
Definition:
(nou) aromatic green or yellow liqueur flavored with orange peel and hyssop and peppermint oils; made at monastery near Grenoble, France (nou) a shade of green tinged with yellow
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It is a light tint of chartreuse.
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Another name for this color is chartreuse green.
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Common mistakes of chartreuse pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "char-ˈtruze". The correct stress is on the first syllable, "ˈchartreuse". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first part: "CHAR-treuse".
- Vowel sound confusion: A common mistake is pronouncing "chartreuse" with an "a" sound like in "cat" instead of the correct "ɑː" as in "father". Tip: Focus on the "ar" sound, which should be more open and elongated.
- Incorrect final sound: Some people pronounce the ending as "z" instead of the correct "z" sound represented by "ʒ". This results in "chartreuse" sounding like "chartruz". Tip: Practice saying "measure" to get comfortable with the "ʒ" sound.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Learners may overpronounce the "t" in "chartreuse", making it sound like "char-treuse". The "t" should be subtle. Tip: Try saying the word quickly to lessen the emphasis on the "t".
- Ignoring the french origin: "Chartreuse" is derived from French, leading to mispronunciations that neglect its origin. Some may say it with an English accent. Tip: Familiarize yourself with French pronunciation rules to improve your accuracy.