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lyon
Definition:
(nou) a city in east-central France on the Rhone River; a principal producer of silk and rayon
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Common mistakes of lyon pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "lyon" as /liˈɒn/. The correct pronunciation has the stress on the first syllable: /ˈliː.ən/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "lyon" with a short "i" sound, saying /ˈlɪ.ən/. In reality, the first vowel is a long "e" sound: /ˈliː.ən/. Tip: Focus on producing a long "e" sound in the first syllable.
- Omitting the second syllable: A common mistake is to pronounce "lyon" as a single syllable, /laɪn/. However, it has two syllables: /ˈliː.ən/. Tip: Practice breaking it into two distinct syllables for clarity.
- Confusing with similar words: Some might confuse "lyon" with "lion," pronouncing it as /ˈlaɪ.ən/. Remember that "lyon" has a different sound: /ˈliː.ən/. Tip: Pay attention to the initial vowel sound to distinguish between the two words.
- Regional variations: In some accents, "lyon" may be pronounced differently, such as /ˈlaɪ.ən/. Be aware of these variations, but the standard pronunciation is /ˈliː.ən/. Tip: Listen to native speakers from different regions to familiarize yourself with variations.