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chicory
Definition:
(nou) the dried root of the chicory plant: used as a coffee substitute (nou) perennial Old World herb having rayed flower heads with blue florets cultivated for its root and its heads of crisp edible leaves used in salads (nou) root of the chicory plant roasted and ground to substitute for or adulterate coffee (nou) crisp spiky leaves with somewhat bitter taste
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In the New Orleans style, the coffee is blended with chicory.
Moreover, it was found that chicory itself was usually adulterated.
Also, these words sometimes swap meanings, like English chicory and endive.
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Common mistakes of chicory pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "chi-'co-ry". The correct pronunciation is "ˈchɪk.ər.i" in US English and "ˈtʃɪk.ər.i" in UK English. Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might pronounce "chicory" with an "ee" sound, saying "chee-kor-ee". The accurate pronunciation uses a short "i" sound, as in "ˈchɪk.ər.i". Tip: Practice saying "chick" to get the right vowel sound.
- Overemphasizing the "c": A common mistake is to overly articulate the "c" in "chicory", leading to "chi-cory". The correct pronunciation is smoother, as in "ˈchɪk.ər.i". Tip: Keep the "c" soft and quick, blending it with the following vowel.
- Ignoring the "r": Some speakers may omit the "r" sound, pronouncing it as "chi-co-ee". The "r" is essential in both US and UK pronunciations: "ˈchɪk.ər.i". Tip: Emphasize the "r" to ensure clarity in your speech.
- Confusing syllable count: People sometimes treat "chicory" as a three-syllable word, saying "chi-co-ry". In reality, it has only three syllables: "ˈchɪk.ər.i". Tip: Break it down into "chi" + "cor" + "y" for better understanding.