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europe
Definition:
(nou) the 2nd smallest continent (actually a vast peninsula of Eurasia); the British use `Europe' to refer to all of the continent except the British Isles (nou) an international organization of European countries formed after World War II to reduce trade barriers and increase cooperation among its members (nou) the nations of the European continent collectively
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈjʊərəp
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Common mistakes of europe pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable in "europe" as /jʊˈroʊp/ (US) or /ˈjʊərəp/ (UK). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: /ˈjʊərəp/ (UK) or /ˈjʊroʊp/ (US).
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "europe" with an "o" sound instead of the correct "u" sound, saying /ˈjɒrəp/ (UK) or /ˈjɔːrəp/ (US). Tip: Focus on the "u" as in "you" for accurate pronunciation.
- Omitting the initial "y": A common mistake is to start with a hard "e" sound, saying /ˈɛrəp/. Tip: Ensure to include the "y" sound at the beginning: /ˈjʊərəp/ (UK) or /ˈjʊroʊp/ (US).
- Mispronouncing the final "e": Some learners drop the final "e," pronouncing it as /ˈjʊrəʊp/. Tip: Always articulate the "e" at the end, ensuring it is clear and not silent.
- Confusing the "r" sound: Some may struggle with the "r" in "europe," resulting in /ˈjʊoʊp/ (US) or /ˈjʊəʊp/ (UK). Tip: Practice the "r" sound by placing the tongue close to the roof of the mouth without touching it.