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dollar
Definition:
(nou) the basic monetary unit in many countries; equal to 100 cents (nou) a piece of paper money worth one dollar (nou) a United States coin worth one dollar (nou) a symbol of commercialism or greed
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdɒlə
Examples:
The rate of taxation in the latter was for money tax, 42 mills on the dollar.
The dollar is the currency of Tuvalu.
The dollar is the currency of the Cook Islands.
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Common mistakes of dollar pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners mispronounce "dollar" as /ˈdɒlər/ in UK English, using a short "o" sound. Tip: Focus on the American pronunciation /ˈdɑːlər/, where the "o" is more open and elongated.
- Missing stress on the first syllable: Many say "dollar" with equal stress on both syllables, sounding like /ˈdɒl.ər/. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable, as in /ˈdɑːlər/, to sound more natural.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some learners pronounce "dollar" with a strong "r" sound at the end, like /ˈdɒl.ər/. Tip: In American English, the "r" is softer, so pronounce it lightly, as in /ˈdɑːlər/.
- Confusing "d" and "t": A few might pronounce "dollar" with a "t" sound, saying /ˈtɒl.ər/. Tip: Ensure you use the correct sound, /ˈdɑːlər/, by placing your tongue against the roof of your mouth for the "d."
- Misplacing the schwa: Some say "dollar" with a clear vowel in the second syllable, like /ˈdɒl.ɑːr/. Tip: Use the schwa sound /ə/ in the second syllable, making it sound more fluid: /ˈdɑːlər/.