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inuit
Definition:
(nou) a member of a people inhabiting the Arctic (northern Canada or Greenland or Alaska or eastern Siberia); the Algonquians called them Eskimo (`eaters of raw flesh') but they call themselves the Inuit (`the people')
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Common mistakes of inuit pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "in-ˈuit". The correct pronunciation places stress on the first syllable: "ˈɪn.ʊ.ɪt". Tip: Focus on saying "IN-oo-it" to emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "inuit" with an "i" sound as in "machine", resulting in "iːn-ʊ-ɪt". The correct pronunciation has a short "i" sound: "ˈɪn.ʊ.ɪt". Tip: Practice saying "in" as in "insect" for clarity.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners often elongate the "u" sound, saying "in-ˈuː-it". The accurate pronunciation features a short "u": "ˈɪn.ʊ.ɪt". Tip: Think of the "u" in "put" for the right sound.
- Dropping syllables: Some speakers might shorten "inuit" to "ˈɪnɪt", missing the middle syllable. The full pronunciation is "ˈɪn.ʊ.ɪt". Tip: Remember to articulate all three syllables clearly.
- Mixing consonants: Occasionally, learners confuse the "t" sound at the end, saying "in-ʊ-ˈɪd". The correct ending is a clear "t": "ˈɪn.ʊ.ɪt". Tip: Practice the "t" by saying "hat" to ensure it's pronounced distinctly.