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greenwich
Definition:
(nou) a borough of Greater London on the Thames; zero degrees of longitude runs through Greenwich; time is measured relative to Greenwich Mean Time
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Common mistakes of greenwich pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "green-WITCH." The correct pronunciation places primary stress on the first syllable: /ˈɡrɛn.ɪtʃ/ in UK English, /ˈɡrɛn.ɪtʃ/ in US English. Tip: Focus on saying "GREEN-itch" to emphasize the first syllable.
- Ignoring the vowel sound: Some pronounce "greenwich" as "green-wich," neglecting the schwa sound in the second syllable. The correct pronunciation includes the reduced vowel: /ˈɡrɛn.ɪtʃ/. Tip: Remember that the second syllable sounds like "itch," not "wich."
- Overemphasizing the "t" sound: Learners may pronounce the "t" in "greenwich" too strongly, saying "green-wit-ch." The correct pronunciation is softer, with a quick "tʃ" sound. Tip: Say "green-itch" quickly to avoid overemphasizing the "t."
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "greenwich" with "greenwich" (as in "green-wich"). This can lead to mispronunciation. The correct form is /ˈɡrɛn.ɪtʃ/. Tip: Practice distinguishing "greenwich" from "green-wich" by focusing on the correct vowel sounds.
- Mispronouncing the first syllable: Some learners say "GRENA-wich," which is incorrect. The first syllable should sound like "gren" (/ɡrɛn/). Tip: Break it down by practicing "gren" before adding the rest of the word.