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louisville
Definition:
(nou) the largest city in Kentucky; located in north central Kentucky on the Ohio river; site of the Kentucky Derby
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Common mistakes of louisville pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "Louis-ville" instead of "Louis-ville" (/ˈluːɪsˌvɪl/ in US English). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "Louisville" with an "oo" sound, as in "food," rather than the correct "oo" as in "foot" (/ˈluːɪsˌvɪl/). Tip: Practice the "u" sound by saying "lit" before attempting "Louisville."
- Adding extra syllables: A common mistake is to say "Louis-ville" with three syllables instead of the correct two, pronounced as "Louisville" (/ˈluːɪsˌvɪl/). Tip: Focus on blending the syllables smoothly to maintain the two-syllable structure.
- Mispronouncing the "v": Some may say "Louis-ville" with a "w" sound instead of the correct "v" sound (/ˈluːɪsˌvɪl/). Tip: Emphasize the "v" by practicing words like "very" and "victory."
- Confusing regional pronunciations: While "Louisville" is pronounced as "Louisville" (/ˈluːɪsˌvɪl/) in the US, some may mistakenly use a French pronunciation. Tip: Stick to the American pronunciation to avoid confusion in conversation.