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luxembourg
Definition:
(nou) the capital and largest city of Luxembourg (nou) a grand duchy (a constitutional monarchy) landlocked in northwestern Europe between France and Belgium and Germany; an international financial center
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Common mistakes of luxembourg pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "lux-em-ˈbourg". The correct pronunciation is "ˈlʌk.səm.bɜːrɡ" (UK) and "ˈlʌk.səm.bɜrɡ" (US). Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many pronounce "luxembourg" with a long "u" sound, saying "lux-ˈem-bourg". The correct pronunciation includes a short "u" sound as in "luck". Tip: Practice saying "lʌk" before "luxembourg" to get the vowel right.
- Overemphasizing the "x": Some speakers pronounce the "x" too strongly, resulting in "lux-ˈem-bourg". The "x" should be soft, blending into the preceding syllable. Tip: Think of the "x" as a bridge between the sounds, not a separate syllable.
- Ignoring the final "g": A common mistake is dropping the final "g", leading to "luxembour". The correct pronunciation ends with a clear "g" sound, as in "ˈlʌk.səm.bɜːrɡ" (UK) and "ˈlʌk.səm.bɜrɡ" (US). Tip: Practice ending the word with a strong "g" to reinforce the sound.
- Mixing up the "ou" sound: Some learners pronounce "ou" as "oo", saying "lux-ˈem-boo". The "ou" in "luxembourg" sounds like "uh" in "cup". Tip: Say "cup" and then transition to "luxembourg" to get the sound right.