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honduras
Definition:
(nou) a republic in Central America; achieved independence from Spain in 1821; an early center of Mayan culture
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Common mistakes of honduras pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "hon-DUR-as" instead of "HON-dur-as". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable with the correct IPA pronunciation: /ˈhɒn.dʒʊər.əs/ (UK) or /ˈhɑn.dʊr.əs/ (US).
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing the "o" as in "hot" rather than "hon" as in "honor". This leads to an incorrect sound. Tip: Focus on the "o" sound as /ɒ/ (UK) or /ɑ/ (US) for accuracy.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers may roll or overly pronounce the "r" in "honduras". This can sound unnatural. Tip: Use a soft "r" sound, as in /dʊr/ (UK) and /dʊr/ (US), to maintain fluidity.
- Dropping syllables: Learners sometimes omit the second syllable, saying "HON-as" instead of "HON-dur-as". This changes the word entirely. Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly: "HON-dur-as", ensuring you pronounce all parts.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may mix "honduras" with similar-sounding names or words, leading to miscommunication. Tip: Distinguish it by practicing the IPA pronunciation and recognizing its unique syllable structure: /ˈhɒn.dʒʊər.əs/ (UK) or /ˈhɑn.dʊr.əs/ (US).