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Molluschi terrestri e d'aqua dolce.

As far as I can see, only dolce vita should not be there.

As for big shopping malls you can find two, the forum and dolce vita.

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Common mistakes of dolce pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly place the stress on the second syllable, saying "dol-CHE" instead of the correct "DOL-che" (ˈdoʊl.tʃeɪ/ˈdɒl.tʃeɪ). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
Mispronouncing the "c": Some might pronounce "c" as a hard "k," saying "dol-ke" instead of the softer "ch" sound. The correct pronunciation is "DOL-che" (ˈdoʊl.tʃeɪ/ˈdɒl.tʃeɪ). Tip: Practice saying "ch" as in "cheese" for accuracy.
Ignoring the vowel sound: People often overlook the "o" in "dolce," leading to a pronunciation like "dulse." The correct pronunciation includes the "o" sound, as in "DOL-che" (ˈdoʊl.tʃeɪ/ˈdɒl.tʃeɪ). Tip: Focus on clearly articulating the "o" sound.
Confusing with similar words: "Dolce" may be confused with "dolce" (meaning sweet in Italian) and mispronounced as "dole-say." The accurate pronunciation is "DOL-che" (ˈdoʊl.tʃeɪ/ˈdɒl.tʃeɪ). Tip: Familiarize yourself with the context to avoid mix-ups.
Overemphasizing the "e": Some may pronounce "dolce" with an exaggerated "e" at the end, sounding like "dol-chee." The correct pronunciation ends with a soft "e," as in "DOL-che" (ˈdoʊl.tʃeɪ/ˈdɒl.tʃeɪ). Tip: Keep the final "e" subtle and soft.

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How do you pronounce "dolce" in English?

In English, "dolce" is pronounced as /ˈdoʊl.tʃeɪ/ with the stress on the first syllable. The "o" sounds like the "o" in "go", and the "ce" is pronounced like "chay".

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "dolce" between American and British English?

Both American and British English pronounce "dolce" similarly as /ˈdoʊl.tʃeɪ/ and /ˈdəʊl.tʃeɪ/, with the primary stress on the first syllable. The main difference lies in the vowel sound of the first syllable: American uses a more open "o" sound, while British has a more rounded "o".

What does the stress pattern look like for "dolce"?

The word "dolce" has a primary stress on the first syllable, indicated as /ˈdoʊl.tʃeɪ/. This means you should emphasize the "dol" when saying the word.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "dolce"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing "dolce" as /ˈdɔl.tʃeɪ/, where the "o" is pronounced like the "o" in "dog". Remember to use the correct "o" sound as in "go" for accurate pronunciation.