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gruyere
Definition:
(nou) Swiss cheese with small holes
Examples:
Pear with gruyere crust. Bet that'd be real good.
Unbeknownst to Chuck, Olive understood the deliciousness of pear and gruyere...
I'm gonna try the gruyere next time I come.
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Common mistakes of gruyere pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "GRU-yere". The correct pronunciation is ˈɡruː.jɛr in UK and ˈɡruː.jɛr in US. Tip: Focus on the second syllable for proper stress.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some people pronounce "gruyere" with an "ay" sound, like "gruh-YER". The correct vowel sound is "ɛ", as in "bet". Tip: Practice saying "yere" with an "eh" sound to improve accuracy.
- Overemphasizing the "g": A common mistake is to pronounce the "g" too harshly, making it sound like "guh". The correct pronunciation starts with a smooth "gr" sound. Tip: Relax your mouth when saying "gr" to avoid harshness.
- Ignoring the silent letters: Some learners may pronounce "gruyere" as if the "u" is vocalized, saying "guh-ROO-yere". The "u" is silent in this word. Tip: Remember that "gr" blends smoothly into "uy" without a distinct "u" sound.
- Mispronouncing the final "e": People often say "gruyere" with a strong "e" sound, like "gruy-AYR". The final "e" is pronounced softly, similar to "yair". Tip: Practice saying "yere" softly to master the ending.