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chihuahua

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(nou) a city in northern Mexico in the state of Chihuahua; commercial center of northern Mexico (nou) a state in northern Mexico; mostly high plateau (nou) an old breed of tiny short-haired dog with protruding eyes from Mexico held to antedate Aztec civilization

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It's the photographer's chihuahua.

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Common mistakes of chihuahua pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "chi-WAH-wah" instead of the correct "chi-WAH-wah" (US: /tʃɪˈwɑː.wə/, UK: /tʃɪˈhwɑː.ə/). Tip: Remember that the stress is on the second syllable.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "chihuahua" with a long "i" sound, as in "chee-wah-wah". The correct pronunciation has a short "i" sound: /tʃɪˈwɑː.wə/. Tip: Focus on making the "i" sound brief.
Overemphasizing "ch": A common mistake is to overemphasize the "ch" sound, saying "CHIH-wah-wah." The correct sound is softer, as in /tʃɪˈwɑː.wə/. Tip: Keep the "ch" sound light and smooth.
Ignoring the "w": Some speakers omit the "w" sound, pronouncing it as "chi-hah-hah." The correct pronunciation includes the "w": /tʃɪˈwɑː.wə/. Tip: Be sure to pronounce the "w" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
Mispronouncing the ending: It's common to say "chihuahua" with a hard ending, like "chih-wah-wah." The correct ending is softer, pronounced as /tʃɪˈwɑː.wə/. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to ensure the ending is gentle.

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How do you pronounce "chihuahua"?

The correct pronunciation of "chihuahua" is /tʃɪˈwɑː/ in American English and /tʃɪˈhwɑː/ in British English. The primary stress is on the second syllable, "wɑː," making it sound like "chi-WAH-wah."

What are the syllables in "chihuahua"?

The word "chihuahua" has three syllables: "chi," "wah," and "wah." When saying it, make sure to clearly pronounce each part, especially the "wah" which can often be mistaken for "wa."

Is there a silent letter in "chihuahua"?

There are no silent letters in "chihuahua." Each letter contributes to the pronunciation, particularly the "h," which is pronounced in both American and British English.

What common mistakes do people make when saying "chihuahua"?

Many people mistakenly pronounce "chihuahua" as /tʃɪˈhuːə/ by misplacing the stress and altering the vowel sounds. Remember, the correct stress is on the second syllable, and the "h" should be voiced.