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kohlrabi
Definition:
(nou) plant cultivated for its enlarged fleshy turnip-shaped edible stem (nou) fleshy turnip-shaped edible stem of the kohlrabi plant
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Common mistakes of kohlrabi pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "koh-LRABI". The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈkoʊlˌrɑːbi/ (US) and /ˈkəʊlˌræbi/ (UK). Tip: Emphasize the "koh" sound.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing "o" as in "cot" instead of "coat". The "o" in "kohlrabi" should sound like /oʊ/ (US) or /əʊ/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying "coal" to get the right vowel sound.
- Overlooking the "r": Some may omit the "r" sound, pronouncing it as "koh-lah-bee". The "r" is important and should be pronounced clearly. Tip: Focus on the "r" in "car" to ensure clarity.
- Ignoring the "k": A frequent error is to soften the "k" sound, saying "ohlrabi". The "k" should be pronounced sharply as /k/. Tip: Start with a strong "k" like in "kite" to correct this.
- Mispronouncing the final "i": Some speakers pronounce the "i" as a long "e" sound, resulting in "kohlrabee". The correct pronunciation ends with a short "i" sound as in "bit". Tip: Practice with words like "hobby" to master the final sound.