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chile
Definition:
(nou) a republic in southern South America on the western slopes of the Andes on the south Pacific coast (nou) very hot and finely tapering pepper of special pungency
Examples:
Broth and chile peppers are added to the roux and thickened.
Ingredients include putrescent egg, garlic, capsaicin, chile and mustard oils, dried blood, and coyote urine.
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Common mistakes of chile pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "chi-LE". The correct pronunciation is "ˈtʃɪl" (US) and "ˈtʃaɪ.leɪ" (UK). Tip: Focus on the first syllable to ensure correct stress.
- Vowel confusion: Some might pronounce "chile" with an "ay" sound, as in "chay-le". The correct US pronunciation uses a short "i" sound, as in "chill". Tip: Practice with words like "fill" to master the vowel sound.
- Omitting the "t" sound: A common mistake is to drop the "t" sound altogether, leading to a pronunciation like "chile" as "chill". The correct sounds are "tʃ" at the beginning. Tip: Emphasize the "t" sound by saying "tch" before "ill".
- Incorrect vowel length: Some learners may use a long "e" sound, pronouncing it as "chee-lay". In both US and UK pronunciations, the vowel is short. Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the difference in vowel length.
- Mixing up regional accents: People often confuse the regional variations, especially between US and UK pronunciations. The US version is "ˈtʃɪl", while the UK may pronounce it as "ˈtʃaɪ.leɪ". Tip: Familiarize yourself with both versions to avoid confusion.