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maldives
Definition:
(nou) a republic on the Maldive Islands; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1965 (nou) a group of about 1,200 small coral islands (about 220 inhabited) in the Indian ocean
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Common mistakes of maldives pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many learners mispronounce "Maldives" by altering the vowel sounds, saying /mælˈdiːvz/ instead of /mɑːlˈdiːvz/ (UK) or /mɑlˈdivz/ (US). Tip: Focus on the "a" sound as in "father."
- Stress placement error: Some people stress the first syllable, saying "MAL-dives" instead of the correct stress on the second syllable, "mal-DIVES." Tip: Remember to emphasize the second part of the word.
- Overemphasis on "s": A common mistake is overemphasizing the "s" at the end, pronouncing it too strongly. The correct pronunciation is /mɑːlˈdiːvz/ (UK) or /mɑlˈdivz/ (US) with a softer "s." Tip: Keep the "s" light and subtle.
- Mispronouncing the "l": Some learners may pronounce the "l" too heavily, making it sound like "Mal-deeves." The correct pronunciation is /mɑːlˈdiːvz/ (UK) or /mɑlˈdivz/ (US) with a clear "l." Tip: Ensure the "l" blends smoothly into the following vowel.
- Confusing with "maldives" variants: Some may confuse "Maldives" with similar-sounding words or places. The key is to remember the distinct pronunciation of /mɑːlˈdiːvz/ (UK) or /mɑlˈdivz/ (US). Tip: Practice saying the word in context to reinforce its unique sound.