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mademoiselle
Definition:
(nou) small silvery drumfish often mistaken for white perch; found along coasts of United States from New York to Mexico
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Common mistakes of mademoiselle pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "mad-eh-mwa-ZEL." The correct stress is on the last syllable: /ˌmæd.ə.mwɑːˈzɛl/ (UK) and /ˌmæd.ə.mwɑːˈzel/ (US). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the last part of "mademoiselle."
- Ignoring the nasal vowel: Some pronounce "mademoiselle" without the nasal sound in the second syllable, sounding like "mad-eh-moy-zell." The nasal sound is key in /mɑːˈzɛl/. Tip: Practice the nasal sound by saying "mwa" with a soft "m."
- Overpronouncing the "e": Learners often make the "e" in "mademoiselle" too prominent, saying "mad-eh-mo-i-zell." The "e" is subtle and should not be stressed. Tip: Keep the "e" light and quick, almost blending it with the "d."
- Mispronouncing the "oi": Some say "mademoiselle" with an incorrect "oi" sound, like "mad-eh-moy-zell." The correct pronunciation uses a smooth glide: /mɑːˈzɛl/. Tip: Say "mwa" quickly to capture the right sound.
- Adding extra syllables: A common mistake is adding syllables, leading to "mad-eh-mo-i-zell." "Mademoiselle" has only three syllables: /ˌmæd.ə.mwɑːˈzɛl/. Tip: Count the syllables as you practice to maintain clarity.