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cochise
Definition:
(nou) Apache leader of the resistance to United States troops in Arizona (1812-1874)
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Common mistakes of cochise pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some may incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying "co-CHISE". The correct pronunciation is /koʊˈtʃiːz/ in US English, with the stress on the first syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "co" when saying "cochise".
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "cochise" with an "a" sound, as in "cat". The correct vowel sound is a long "o", pronounced /koʊ/ in US English. Tip: Practice saying "o" as in "go" to get it right.
- Overemphasizing the "ch": Some might pronounce the "ch" too harshly, sounding like "k" instead of the softer "ch". The correct pronunciation is /tʃ/ as in "cheese". Tip: Think of the "ch" in "cheese" for a smoother sound.
- Dropping the final "e": A frequent error is to omit the final "e," leading to "cochise" sounding like "cochis". The final "e" is silent, but it signals a long "i" vowel sound. Tip: Always remember the silent "e" helps with the vowel length.
- Mispronouncing the "i": Some may pronounce the "i" in "cochise" like a short "i" as in "sit". The correct pronunciation is a long "i," /iː/, as in "see". Tip: Stretch the "i" sound to ensure clarity when pronouncing "cochise".