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dandelion
Definition:
(nou) any of several herbs of the genus Taraxacum having long tap roots and deeply notched leaves and bright yellow flowers followed by fluffy seed balls
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdændɪlaɪən
Examples:
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Common mistakes of dandelion pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "dan-de-" instead of "dan-de-li-on" (ˈdæn.dəˌlaɪ.ən). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing "dandelion" with an overly short "a," sounding like "dandy-lion" (ˈdæn.diˌlaɪ.ən). Tip: Focus on the "ae" sound in the first syllable, which should be pronounced like "an."
- Skipping syllables: Some people may say "dandelion" as "dandelion" (ˈdæn.dɪˌlaɪ.ən), omitting the middle syllable. Tip: Practice saying all four syllables clearly to avoid dropping any sounds.
- Confusing the "l" sound: Learners sometimes mispronounce the "l" in "dandelion," making it sound like "dandelyon" (ˈdæn.dəˌlaɪ.ən). Tip: Ensure the "l" is pronounced clearly in the third syllable.
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some may incorrectly stress the last syllable, saying "dandelion" as "dandelion" (ˈdæn.dəˌlaɪ.ən). Tip: Keep the final syllable lighter and focus on the primary stress in the first syllable.