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gibraltar
Definition:
(nou) location of a colony of the United Kingdom on a limestone promontory at the southern tip of Spain; strategically important because it can control the entrance of ships into the Mediterranean; one of the Pillars of Hercules
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Common mistakes of gibraltar pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /dʒɪˈbrɔːltər/. In English, the correct pronunciation is /dʒɪˈbrɒltər/ in UK and /dʒɪˈbrælˌtɑr/ in US. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Mispronouncing the "g": A common mistake is pronouncing "g" as /g/ instead of /dʒ/. This leads to saying "gibraltar" as /gɪˈbrɔːltər/. Tip: Focus on the "g" sounding like "j" as in "judge".
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some may incorrectly stress the "t" sound, making it sound too harsh, like /dʒɪˈbrælˌtɑrtər/. The "t" should be soft and less pronounced. Tip: Keep the "t" light and smooth.
- Vowel confusion: Learners often mispronounce the vowel sounds, especially the first vowel, leading to variations like /dʒəˈbrælˌtɑr/. The correct sound is /ɪ/, as in "bit". Tip: Practice the vowel sound by comparing it to similar words.
- Dropping the final "r": Some speakers might omit the final "r", pronouncing it as /dʒɪˈbrælˌtɑ/. In US English, the "r" is pronounced clearly. Tip: Ensure to articulate the "r" sound at the end of the word.