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debussy
Definition:
(nou) French composer who is said to have created Impressionism in music (1862-1918)
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Common mistakes of debussy pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many people mispronounce "debussy" by using an incorrect vowel sound in the first syllable, saying /dɛbjuːsi/ instead of the correct /dəˈbjuːsi/. Tip: Focus on the schwa sound /ə/ at the beginning.
- Stress misplacement: Some learners stress the first syllable incorrectly, saying "DEB-ussy" rather than the correct "de-BUS-sy" with the primary stress on the second syllable /ˈbjuː/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the second syllable.
- Ignoring the "u": A common mistake is to overlook the "u" in "debussy," leading to pronunciations like /dɛbˈsi/. The correct pronunciation includes the "u" sound /juː/. Tip: Make sure to articulate the "u" clearly.
- Overemphasizing the final "y": Some speakers pronounce "debussy" with a strong emphasis on the last syllable, sounding like /ˈbjuːsi/. The proper pronunciation has a softer ending: /si/. Tip: Keep the final "y" light and quick.
- Mispronouncing the "b": Occasionally, learners confuse the "b" in "debussy" with a "p," saying "depussy" instead of the correct /dəˈbjuːsi/. Tip: Pay attention to the voiced "b" sound to avoid this error.