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devon
Definition:
(nou) a county in southwestern England (nou) red dual-purpose cattle of English origin
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Common mistakes of devon pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "dev-ON". The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈdɛv.ən/ in US and /ˈdɛv.ən/ in UK. Tip: Focus on the first syllable to avoid this mistake.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some might pronounce "devon" with a long "e" sound, saying "dee-von". This is incorrect; the vowel sound should be a short "e" as in /ˈdɛv.ən/. Tip: Practice saying "dev" like "devil" to get the vowel right.
- Overemphasis on the second syllable: A common error is to overemphasize the second syllable, making it sound like "dev-on". The second syllable should be softer and less stressed: /ˈdɛv.ən/. Tip: Remember that the second syllable is more of a quick "ən" sound.
- Adding an extra syllable: Some speakers mistakenly add an extra syllable, saying "dev-oh-n". The correct pronunciation has only two syllables: /ˈdɛv.ən/. Tip: Break it down into two clear parts: "dev" and "ən" to avoid adding extra sounds.
- Confusing with similar words: People may confuse "devon" with "devonshire" or "devonite", leading to mispronunciation. "Devon" should always be pronounced as /ˈdɛv.ən/. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the specific context to ensure you use the correct pronunciation.