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indian

Definition:

(nou) a member of the race of people living in America when Europeans arrived (nou) a native or inhabitant of India (nou) any of the languages spoken by Amerindians

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈɪndɪən

Examples:

The word settled in the vocabulary of the american indian population.

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Common mistakes of indian pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "in-DIAN" instead of the correct "IN-di-an" (ˈɪn.di.ən). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
Missing vowel sound: Some speakers omit the unstressed vowel sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "in-dan." This is incorrect as the correct form includes the schwa sound "ə" (ˈɪn.di.ən). Tip: Practice the full three-syllable pronunciation to avoid this mistake.
Incorrect vowel quality: Learners often mispronounce the first vowel as "e" instead of the correct "i." This leads to saying "endian" instead of "indian" (ˈɪn.di.ən). Tip: Focus on the "i" sound, which is pronounced like "ih."
Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some people stress the last syllable too much, saying "in-di-AN" with a strong emphasis. The correct stress pattern is on the first syllable, "IN-di-an" (ˈɪn.di.ən). Tip: Keep the last syllable softer and more neutral.
Confusing with regional accents: Different accents may alter the pronunciation, leading to variations like "in-dee-an." While this is common, the standard pronunciation is "IN-di-an" (ˈɪn.di.ən). Tip: Listen to native speakers for accurate pronunciation in different contexts.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "indian" correctly?

The word "indian" is pronounced as /ˈɪn.di.ən/ in both American and British English. The primary stress is on the first syllable "in".

What are the syllables in the word "indian"?

The word "indian" has three syllables: "in", "di", and "an". It is broken down as /ˈɪn.di.ən/ with the stress on the first syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "indian"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, such as saying "in-DIAN" instead of "IN-dian". Remember to stress the first syllable to pronounce it correctly.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "indian" in American and British English?

No, the pronunciation of "indian" is the same in both American and British English, pronounced as /ˈɪn.di.ən/. The stress pattern and vowel sounds remain consistent across these dialects.