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licorice
Definition:
(nou) deep-rooted coarse-textured plant native to the Mediterranean region having blue flowers and pinnately compound leaves; widely cultivated in Europe for its long thick sweet roots (nou) a black candy flavored with the dried root of the licorice plant
Examples:
That was no Gavrocian box filled with licorice.
It is one of the major components of licorice herbage.
It sure smells like mint and licorice.
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Common mistakes of licorice pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many speakers incorrectly emphasize the second syllable, saying "li-ˈkor-ɪs". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈlɪk.ə.rɪs" (US) / "ˈlɪk.ər.ɪʃ" (UK). Tip: Focus on saying "LIC-or-ice" to get the stress right.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "licorice" with an "ee" sound in the first syllable, as in "lee-kor-iss". The correct pronunciation starts with a short "i" sound: "ˈlɪk". Tip: Practice saying "lick" to master the initial vowel.
- Overemphasizing the "o": A common mistake is to pronounce the "o" as a distinct vowel, leading to "li-ˈko-rice". In reality, the "o" is very subtle in pronunciation. Tip: Use a light "uh" sound instead, as in "lɪk-ə-rɪs".
- Adding extra syllables: Some speakers mistakenly pronounce "licorice" as "li-co-rice" with four syllables. The word actually has three syllables: "ˈlɪk.ə.rɪs" (US) / "ˈlɪk.ər.ɪʃ" (UK). Tip: Break it down into three clear parts: "LIC-or-ice".
- Confusing "licorice" with "licorice" candy: The word can be mispronounced when referring to the candy, often said as "ˈlɪk.ə.ɹɪʃ". The correct pronunciation remains consistent with the word itself. Tip: Remember, it's always "LIC-or-ice" regardless of context.