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haiti
Definition:
(nou) a republic in the West Indies on the western part of the island of Hispaniola; achieved independence from France in 1804; the poorest and most illiterate nation in the western hemisphere (nou) an island in the West Indies
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Common mistakes of haiti pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "hai-ˈti". In both US and UK English, the correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈheɪ.ti". Tip: Focus on pronouncing the first syllable clearly.
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is mispronouncing the first vowel sound, saying "ˈhɑː.ti" instead of "ˈheɪ.ti". This alters the meaning and sound. Tip: Practice the "ay" sound as in "say" to improve accuracy.
- Silent "h": Some learners might drop the initial "h", saying "aiti". This is incorrect as the "h" is pronounced. Tip: Always start with a clear "h" sound to maintain the word's integrity.
- Incorrect vowel length: Mispronouncing the second syllable as "ti" with a short "i" sound ("ˈheɪ.tɪ") is a frequent error. The correct pronunciation is "ˈheɪ.ti" with a long "i". Tip: Emphasize the long "ee" sound to get it right.
- Omitting the "t" sound: Some may pronounce it as "ˈheɪ.i", dropping the "t" entirely. This changes the word completely. Tip: Ensure that the "t" is pronounced clearly to maintain the correct pronunciation of "haiti".