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edinburgh
Definition:
(nou) the capital of Scotland; located in the Lothian Region on the south side of the Firth of Forth
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Common mistakes of edinburgh pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable in "Edinburgh" as /ˈɛdɪnbərɡ/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈɛdɪnbərɡ/ (UK) and /ˈɛdɪnbɜːrɡ/ (US). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
- Over-pronouncing vowels: Some people over-articulate the vowels in "Edinburgh," making it sound overly complex. The correct pronunciation is more fluid: /ˈɛdɪnbərɡ/ (UK) and /ˈɛdɪnbɜːrɡ/ (US). Tip: Keep the vowels short and smooth.
- Ignoring the "gh": A common mistake is to pronounce the "gh" in "Edinburgh" as /ɡ/. In both UK and US pronunciations, it is silent. Tip: Remember that "gh" does not produce a sound in this word.
- Confusing with similar names: Some learners confuse "Edinburgh" with "Edinburg," which is pronounced differently. "Edinburg" is pronounced /ˈɛdɪnbɜːrɡ/ in the US. Tip: Pay attention to the spelling to avoid mixing them up.
- Mispronouncing the final consonant: Many people mistakenly pronounce the final "h" in "Edinburgh." In both UK and US pronunciations, it is silent. Tip: Do not pronounce the final consonant to achieve the correct pronunciation.