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guangzhou
Definition:
(nou) a city on the Zhu Jiang delta in southern China; the capital of Guangdong province and a major deep-water port
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Common mistakes of guangzhou pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable in "guangzhou" as /ˌɡwɑːŋˈdʒoʊ/. Tip: Remember the primary stress is on the first syllable, /ˈɡwɑːŋ/, followed by a lighter second syllable /ˌdʒoʊ/.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some people pronounce "guangzhou" with a short "a" sound, as in /ɡwæŋˈdʒoʊ/. Tip: Use the open back unrounded vowel /ɑː/ in the first syllable for accuracy.
- Overemphasizing the "zh": Learners often pronounce the "zh" in "guangzhou" too strongly, sounding like /ɡwɑːŋˈʒoʊ/. Tip: The "zh" should be softer, resembling the English "j" sound, /dʒ/.
- Ignoring the nasal sound: Some speakers neglect the nasal sound in "guangzhou," pronouncing it as /ɡwɑːŋˈoʊ/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "ng" as a nasal sound /ŋ/ to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Mispronouncing the final vowel: A common mistake is to pronounce the last syllable as /ˈzoʊ/, which is incorrect. Tip: The final syllable should be pronounced as /dʒoʊ/, ensuring a smooth transition from the "j" sound.