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ljubljana
Definition:
(nou) the capital of Slovenia
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Common mistakes of ljubljana pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "Ljub-LAH-na" instead of the correct "LYOO-bl-yah-na" (/ljuˈbljɑːnə/). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable "LYOO".
- Ignoring the "j": Some people pronounce "Ljubljana" as "Loo-blah-na", omitting the "j" sound. The correct pronunciation includes the "j" as in "yes" (/j/). Tip: Practice saying "LYOO" to emphasize the "j".
- Overemphasizing vowels: Learners often elongate the vowels, resulting in "Ljub-lah-na". The correct pronunciation has shorter vowels, particularly the "y" and "a" sounds. Tip: Keep vowels crisp and clear.
- Mispronouncing "lj": A common mistake is pronouncing "Lj" as "L" followed by "j", leading to "L-juh". The correct sound is a single consonant blend (/lj/). Tip: Think of it as one smooth sound, like "ly".
- Confusing "n" sounds: Some may pronounce the final "na" as "nuh", instead of the correct "nah" (/nɑː/). Tip: Make sure to keep the "a" sound open and clear.