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israel

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(nou) Jewish republic in southwestern Asia at eastern end of Mediterranean; formerly part of Palestine (nou) an ancient kingdom of the Hebrew tribes at the southeastern end of the Mediterranean Sea; founded by Saul around 1025 BC and destroyed by the Assyrians in 721 BC

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Common mistakes of israel pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "is-REH-el." The correct stress is on the first syllable, as in /ˈɪz.reɪ.əl/ (US) and /ˈɪz.rəl/ (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "iz" sound.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Many pronounce "israel" with an "ah" sound in the first syllable, saying "is-RAH-el." The correct pronunciation uses a short "i" sound, as in /ˈɪz.reɪ.əl/ (US) and /ˈɪz.rəl/ (UK). Tip: Practice the "i" sound by saying "it."
Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some speakers incorrectly stress the last syllable, resulting in "isra-EL." The proper pronunciation has a reduced vowel in the last syllable, pronounced as /ˈɪz.reɪ.əl/ (US) and /ˈɪz.rəl/ (UK). Tip: Keep the last syllable subtle and softer.
Omitting the middle syllable: A common mistake is to pronounce "israel" as "IS-el." This omission leads to a loss of clarity. The correct form has three syllables: /ˈɪz.reɪ.əl/ (US) and /ˈɪz.rəl/ (UK). Tip: Break it down into "iz-ray-el" for practice.
Mixing up the "r" sound: Some learners may pronounce "israel" with a hard "r," like "is-RAEL." However, the "r" should be softer, especially in the UK pronunciation /ˈɪz.rəl/. Tip: Practice saying "red" to find the right "r" sound.

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How do you pronounce "israel" correctly?

The correct pronunciation of "israel" in American English is /ˈɪz.reɪ.əl/. In British English, it is often pronounced similarly, but some may say /ˈɪz.rəl/.

What is the stress pattern for "israel"?

The word "israel" has primary stress on the first syllable, as indicated by the IPA /ˈɪz.reɪ.əl/. This means that the first syllable is pronounced more forcefully than the others.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "israel"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress or reducing the second syllable too much, leading to a pronunciation like /ˈɪz.rəl/ instead of /ˈɪz.reɪ.əl/. It's important to clearly articulate the vowel sounds to avoid confusion.

Is there a difference in how "israel" is pronounced in various regions?

Yes, regional accents can affect the pronunciation of "israel." For example, some speakers may drop the vowel sound in the second syllable, leading to a more clipped version, while others maintain the full pronunciation.