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leonard
Definition:
(nou) United States writer of thrillers (born in 1925)
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Common mistakes of leonard pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "leon-ARD" /ˈlɛənərd/. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "LEO" /ˈliː.ən/ in "leonard".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing the first vowel as "a" instead of "e", saying "lanard" instead of "leonard". Tip: Focus on the "e" sound in "leonard," which should sound like /ˈliː/ in the first syllable.
- Omitting the final "d": Some people drop the "d" sound at the end, saying "leonar" instead of "leonard" /ˈlɛənərd/. Tip: Practice saying the full word, ensuring you clearly articulate the final "d".
- Confusing with similar names: "Leonard" may be confused with "Leon" or "Leonardo," leading to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Distinguish by emphasizing the "ard" ending in "leonard" /ˈlɛənərd/.
- Mispronouncing "o": Some might pronounce the "o" in "leonard" like "aw" instead of "ee". Tip: Use the "ee" sound /iː/ in "leonard" to avoid confusion with other names.