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corridor
Definition:
(nou) an enclosed passageway; rooms usually open onto it
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkɒrɪdɔː
Examples:
Open the door and you will be in a spiraling corridor.
The city is the heart of the Canadian American corridor.
The corridor widens in the end into a small blotch.
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Common mistakes of corridor pronunciation
- Overemphasizing the first syllable: Many pronounce "corridor" with too much stress on the first syllable, sounding like "ˈkɔːrɪdɔːr" (UK) or "ˈkɔrɪdɔr" (US). Tip: Focus on a balanced stress pattern, emphasizing the second syllable slightly.
- Mispronouncing the "r" sounds: Some may pronounce "corridor" with a softer "r," leading to confusion. The correct pronunciation includes a clear "r" sound as in "ˈkɔːrɪdɔːr" (UK) or "ˈkɔrɪdɔr" (US). Tip: Practice the "r" by saying words like "red."
- Ignoring the schwa sound: The second "o" in "corridor" is a schwa sound, pronounced as "ə" in both variants. Failing to recognize this can lead to an incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Think of the sound as a quick, relaxed "uh."
- Adding an extra vowel sound: Some speakers may insert an extra vowel, pronouncing it like "ˈkɔrɪdɔːr" instead of "ˈkɔrɪdɔr." This can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Focus on the fluidity of the word to avoid unnecessary vowels.
- Skipping the second syllable: A common mistake is to say "corridor" as "ˈkɔrd" or "ˈkɔːr," omitting the "i" sound. This leads to misunderstanding. Tip: Practice saying "corridor" slowly, ensuring you pronounce each syllable clearly.