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espresso
Definition:
(nou) strong black coffee brewed by forcing hot water under pressure through finely ground coffee beans
Phonetic Transcription:
eˈspresəʊ
Examples:
The espresso is then drawn into the cup.
Do you like an American style coffee or the shot of espresso
He is addicted to espresso.
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Common mistakes of espresso pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "es-PRESS-o" instead of the correct "es-PRES-so" (/ɛsˈprɛs.oʊ/ in US and /ɛsˈprɛs.əʊ/ in UK). Tip: Focus on placing the primary stress on the first syllable.
- Adding an extra syllable: Some speakers mistakenly pronounce "espresso" as "ex-PRESS-o," adding an unnecessary "x" sound. This alters the word's correct pronunciation. Tip: Remember that "espresso" has only three syllables, not four.
- Pronouncing the "s" as "z": A common error is to say "ez-PRESS-o" instead of "es-PRES-so." This mispronunciation can confuse listeners. Tip: Keep the "s" sound clear and crisp, as in "snake."
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: Some people say "es-PRESS-uh" or "es-PRESS-o," mispronouncing the vowel sound in the second syllable. The correct sound is a short "o" as in "go." Tip: Practice saying "espresso" with a clear, short "o" sound.
- Overemphasizing the "o": In casual speech, some might overly stress the final "o," making it sound drawn out, as in "es-PRESS-ohh." The correct pronunciation is more concise. Tip: Keep the final "o" short and straightforward, like in "go."