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malawi
Definition:
(nou) a landlocked republic in southern central Africa; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1964
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Common mistakes of malawi pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ma-LA-wi" instead of the correct "MA-la-wi" /məˈlɑːwi/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "malawi" with a long "a" sound, saying "MA-lah-wi" instead of the correct /məˈlɑːwi/. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound in the first syllable to maintain accuracy.
- Syllable reduction: A common mistake is to reduce the second syllable, pronouncing it as "mal-wi" instead of "ma-la-wi" /məˈlɑːwi/. Tip: Ensure you articulate all syllables clearly for proper pronunciation.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners might use an incorrect vowel sound in the second syllable, saying "mal-OW-ee" instead of "ma-la-wi" /məˈlɑːwi/. Tip: Practice the "a" in "la" as a short sound to avoid this error.
- Dropping the final "i": Some may omit the final "i," pronouncing it as "malaw" instead of "malawi" /məˈlɑːwi/. Tip: Always include the final "i" to ensure the correct pronunciation of the word.