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How to pronounce:
liqueur
Definition:
(nou) strong highly flavored sweet liquor usually drunk after a meal
Phonetic Transcription:
lɪˈkjʊə
Examples:
Consider the history of chocolate liqueur.
It is based on the recipe of an old Indonesian liqueur.
The liqueur is sweet and golden brown in color.
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Common mistakes of liqueur pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "li-KEUR" instead of the correct "LI-queur" (/lɪˈkɜr/ in US, /lɪˈkɜː/ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Mispronouncing the "qu": Some may pronounce the "qu" as "kw" instead of the correct "k" sound. This leads to saying "liqueur" as "lik-kwur." Tip: Focus on the "k" sound and keep the "u" silent.
- Overemphasizing the "r": In some accents, the "r" at the end is pronounced too strongly, leading to "liqueur" sounding like "liqueurr." Tip: Keep the "r" soft and subtle, almost silent.
- Ignoring the nasal sound: Some speakers forget to nasalize the vowel sound before the "r," making it sound flat. This can lead to "liqueur" sounding like "lik-er." Tip: Allow the vowel to resonate slightly through the nose.
- Confusing with similar words: People often mix up "liqueur" with "liquor," pronouncing them similarly. "Liquor" is pronounced /ˈlɪkər/ in US and /ˈlɪkə/ in UK. Tip: Note the distinct stress and vowel sounds in each word.