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mayonnaise
Definition:
(nou) egg yolks and oil and vinegar
Examples:
It's ketchup and mayonnaise, by the way.
In Canada, Kraft Foods is the largest purveyor of mayonnaise.
And then you are the mayonnaise.
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Common mistakes of mayonnaise pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "may-ON-naise" instead of the correct "MAY-ə-naise" (/ˈmeɪ.ə.neɪz/ in US, /ˈmeɪ.ə.neɪz/ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Adding extra syllables: Some pronounce "mayonnaise" with four syllables as "may-ON-AYZ" rather than the correct three syllables "MAY-ə-naise." Tip: Break it down into three parts: "MAY," "ə," and "naise."
- Confusing vowel sounds: The "a" in "mayonnaise" is often mispronounced as "ah" instead of the schwa "ə." This leads to incorrect pronunciations like "may-ON-ahz." Tip: Focus on the soft "ə" sound in the second syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "n": Some speakers pronounce "mayonnaise" with a strong "n" sound, creating a nasal quality, like "may-NAYZ." Tip: Keep the "n" subtle and smooth, blending it into the following vowel.
- Ignoring the final "aise": A common mistake is to drop the final "aise," resulting in "mayon." This omits the essential sound that completes the word. Tip: Always finish with "naise" to ensure clarity in pronunciation.