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lebanon
Definition:
(nou) an Asian republic at east end of Mediterranean
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Common mistakes of lebanon pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "le-BAN-on" instead of the correct "LEB-a-non" /ˈlɛb.ə.nən/ in US English. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Vowel confusion: Some people pronounce "lebanon" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying "le-bah-non" instead of the correct "LEB-a-non" /ˈlɛb.ə.nən/. Tip: Practice the short "e" sound in the first syllable to avoid this mistake.
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is dropping the middle syllable, resulting in "LEB-non" instead of "LEB-a-non" /ˈlɛb.ə.nən/. Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate all three syllables for accurate pronunciation.
- Nasal sound misplacement: Some speakers incorrectly add a nasal sound, pronouncing it as "leban" /lɛbæn/ instead of "lebanon" /ˈlɛb.ə.nən/. Tip: Remember to include the "o" sound in the last syllable to maintain clarity.
- Incorrect ending: Many people pronounce "lebanon" with a hard "n" sound at the end, saying "lebanon" /ˈlɛb.ən/ instead of the correct "lebanon" /ˈlɛb.ə.nən/. Tip: Ensure that the final syllable maintains the schwa sound to sound natural.