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luncheon
Definition:
(nou) a midday meal
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈlʌntʃən
Examples:
The luncheon was repeated in 1945.
The luncheon is a major feature of the event.
This specific donation was presented at the annual luncheon.
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Common mistakes of luncheon pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable in "luncheon" as /ˈlʌn.tʃən/. The correct pronunciation places primary stress on the first syllable: /ˈlʌn.tʃən/. Tip: Emphasize the "lun" part to sound more natural.
- Overpronouncing the "ch": Some learners say "luncheon" with an exaggerated "ch" sound, making it sound like /lʌnˈtʃiːən/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈlʌn.tʃən/, where the "ch" is softer. Tip: Keep the "ch" sound brief and smooth.
- Dropping the vowel sound: It's common to hear "luncheon" pronounced as /ˈlʌn.tʃn/, omitting the vowel sound in the second syllable. The accurate form includes the vowel: /ˈlʌn.tʃən/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce each syllable clearly.
- Confusing with "lunch": Some might mistakenly say "luncheon" as /lʌnʧ/, sounding like "lunch." The two words differ in syllable count and stress. The correct form is /ˈlʌn.tʃən/. Tip: Remember that "luncheon" has an additional syllable.
- Mispronouncing the final "on": A common error is to say "luncheon" as /ˈlʌn.tʃɒn/ (UK) or /ˈlʌn.tʃən/ (US) but with a strong "on" sound. The final sound should be softer. Tip: Practice saying the last syllable lightly.