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latvia
Definition:
(nou) a republic in northeastern Europe on the eastern coast of the Baltic Sea
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Common mistakes of latvia pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "lat-ˈvi-a". This is incorrect. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "ˈlat-vi-a".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many people pronounce "latvia" with a short "a" as in "cat", leading to "ˈlæt-vi-a". The correct vowel is a more open sound. Tip: Use the sound from "father" for the first syllable: "ˈlɑːt-vi-a".
- Overemphasizing the "v": Some learners pronounce "latvia" with an exaggerated "v" sound, making it sound like "lat-vi-a". This can distort the flow. Tip: Keep the "v" soft and smooth: "ˈlat-vi-a".
- Ignoring the "a" at the end: A common mistake is dropping the final "a", resulting in "latvi". This alters the word's pronunciation. Tip: Always pronounce the final "a" clearly: "ˈlat-vi-a".
- Confusing with "latvia" and "latvian": Some may mix up the pronunciation of "latvia" with "Latvian", leading to incorrect forms. Tip: Remember that "latvia" has three syllables, while "Latvian" has two: "ˈlat-vi-a" vs. "ˈlæt-vi-ən".