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guyana
Definition:
(nou) a republic in northeastern South America; formerly part of the British Empire, but it achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1966
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Common mistakes of guyana pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "guy-'AN-a" instead of the correct "'guy-an-a". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable with the stress pattern ˈɡaɪ.ən.ə.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "Guyana" with a long "i" sound, as in "guy" sounding like "guy-ee". The correct pronunciation is with a short "a" sound. Tip: Focus on the "a" in the first syllable, pronounced as /aɪ/.
- Omitting the final vowel: A common mistake is dropping the final "a", resulting in "guy-an". The correct pronunciation includes the final vowel, pronounced as /ə/. Tip: Always finish with a soft "a" sound to complete "Guyana".
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some speakers may pronounce the "y" in "Guyana" as a long "ee" sound, leading to "gee-ana". The correct pronunciation uses the "y" as a consonant. Tip: Think of "Guy" as /ɡaɪ/, keeping it short and crisp.
- Regional variations: People from different regions may pronounce "Guyana" differently, leading to confusion. For example, some may say "guy-'AH-na". Tip: Stick to the IPA pronunciation /ɡaɪˈænə/ for clarity, regardless of regional influences.