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genoa
Definition:
(nou) a seaport in northwestern Italy; provincial capital of Liguria
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An overlapping jib is called a genoa jib or simply a genoa see illustration .
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Common mistakes of genoa pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "GEN-oa." The correct pronunciation is "ˈdʒɛn.ə.wə" in US English and "ˈdʒɛn.əʊ.ə" in UK English. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable "dʒɛn."
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "genoa" with an "o" sound as in "go." The second syllable should have a schwa sound, as in "ə." Tip: Practice saying "dʒɛn" followed by a quick "ə" to get the right flow.
- Adding extra syllables: A common mistake is pronouncing "genoa" with an extra syllable, resulting in "gen-o-wa." The correct syllable count is three. Tip: Break it down into "dʒɛn-ə-wə" to avoid adding unnecessary sounds.
- Confusion with similar words: People often confuse "genoa" with "genoa" the sail. While both share a similar spelling, the pronunciations differ. Tip: Remember that "genoa" is pronounced "ˈdʒɛn.ə.wə," while the sail has a different emphasis.
- Mispronouncing the "g": Some may pronounce the "g" in "genoa" as a hard "g" like in "go." The correct sound is a soft "g," as in "j." Tip: Practice saying "dʒ" before "ɛn" to ensure the right pronunciation.