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hoopoe
Definition:
(nou) any of several crested Old World birds with a slender downward-curved bill
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I need the maltese word for the hoopoe.
The hoopoe is an ordinary bird with a limited speed.
There is only one species of hoopoe worldwide.
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Common mistakes of hoopoe pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "hoop-OE" instead of "HOOp-oe". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, as in /ˈhuː.poʊ/ (US) or /ˈhuː.pəʊ/ (UK).
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common error is pronouncing the "oo" as in "foot". This leads to saying "hupoe" instead of "hoopoe". Tip: Focus on the long "oo" sound, which is pronounced /uː/ in both US and UK variants.
- Omitting the second syllable: Some people say "hoop" and skip the second syllable, resulting in "hoop". Tip: Ensure to include both syllables, as in /ˈhuː.poʊ/ (US) or /ˈhuː.pəʊ/ (UK).
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "hoopoe" with "hoop" or "whoopee", leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Pay attention to the distinct two-syllable structure of "hoopoe"; practice saying both syllables clearly.
- Mispronouncing the final sound: Some may pronounce the final "oe" as "ee" instead of the correct /oʊ/ (US) or /əʊ/ (UK). Tip: Listen for the correct ending sound and practice it in isolation before using it in the full word.