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cognac
Definition:
(nou) high quality grape brandy distilled in the Cognac district of France
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The stars represent Hennessy cognac and the hand represents the drinker.
Hennessy specializes in the manufacture of cognac.
Hine is a leading manufacturer of cognac.
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Common mistakes of cognac pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "co-GNAC" instead of the correct "COG-nac" /ˈkɒɡ.næk/ (UK) or /ˈkɑː.nejk/ (US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Overpronouncing "g": Some learners overemphasize the "g" sound, making it sound like "guh" in "cognac." The correct pronunciation has a softer "g" sound. Tip: Aim for a subtle "g" as in "go."
- Ignoring the nasal sound: A common mistake is not using the nasal sound in the first syllable, leading to "COG-nac" instead of "cognac" /ˈkɒɡ.næk/ (UK). Tip: Try to produce a nasal sound when saying "co."
- Mispronouncing the final "c": Some people pronounce the final "c" as a hard "k," resulting in "cognak." The correct pronunciation ends with a softer "k" sound. Tip: Practice saying "nac" to ensure the final sound is gentle.
- Confusing it with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "cognac" with "cognate," leading to incorrect pronunciation. "Cognate" has a different stress pattern. Tip: Focus on the distinct syllable stress for each word to avoid confusion.