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majorca
Definition:
(nou) the largest of the Balearic Islands
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Common mistakes of majorca pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some people pronounce "majorca" with a long "a" sound, like "may" instead of the correct "ə" sound in the first syllable. The correct pronunciation is /məˈjɔːr.kə/ in UK and /məˈjɔr.kə/ in US. Tip: Focus on a short and relaxed "ə" sound.
- Stress misplacement: Stress is often placed incorrectly on the first syllable instead of the second. The correct stress is on the second syllable: /məˈjɔːr.kə/ (UK) and /məˈjɔr.kə/ (US). Tip: Emphasize the "jɔːr" or "jɔr" part of the word.
- Omission of the "r": Some speakers may drop the "r" sound, pronouncing "majorca" as "majo-ka." This leads to a misunderstanding of the word. The correct pronunciation includes the "r" sound: /məˈjɔːr.kə/ (UK) and /məˈjɔr.kə/ (US). Tip: Practice saying the "r" clearly.
- Mispronouncing "c": The "c" in "majorca" should be pronounced as a "k" sound, not as an "s." Some might say "majo-sah." The correct pronunciation is /məˈjɔːr.kə/ (UK) and /məˈjɔr.kə/ (US). Tip: Remember that "c" before "a" is usually a hard "k" sound in English.
- Confusion with "mallorca": Many confuse "majorca" with "Mallorca," thinking they are the same. "Mallorca" is the Spanish name, while "majorca" is the English variant. The pronunciation remains the same: /məˈjɔːr.kə/ (UK) and /məˈjɔr.kə/ (US). Tip: Use "majorca" when speaking English to avoid confusion.