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kyrgyzstan
Definition:
(nou) a landlocked republic in west central Asia bordering on northwestern China; formerly an Asian soviet but became independent in 1991
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Common mistakes of kyrgyzstan pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "Kyrgyzstan" as /ˌkɪrˈɡɪzˌstæn/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈkɪr.ɡɪz.stæn/. Tip: Focus on the "Kyr" syllable to emphasize it correctly.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "Kyrgyzstan" with an "i" sound as in "kit," using /ɪ/ instead of the correct /ɪr/. The first syllable should sound like "Kir." Tip: Practice saying "Kyr" like "cur" to get the right sound.
- Omitting syllables: A common mistake is to drop the "giz" syllable, saying "Kyrzstan" as /ˈkɪr.stæn/. All three syllables are important: /ˈkɪr.ɡɪz.stæn/. Tip: Break it down into parts to ensure you pronounce each syllable clearly.
- Confusing the final consonant: Some may pronounce the ending as /stən/ instead of the correct /stæn/. This changes the word's sound and meaning. Tip: Remember the "an" sound at the end to maintain accuracy.
- Mispronouncing "g": Some speakers say "Kyrgyzstan" with a hard "g" as in "go," using /g/ instead of the softer /ɡ/. The correct sound is /ˈkɪr.ɡɪz.stæn/. Tip: Think of "g" in "give" for the right pronunciation.