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melbourne

Definition:

(nou) a resort town in east central Florida (nou) the capital of Victoria state and 2nd largest Australian city; a financial and commercial center

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Common mistakes of melbourne pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "mel-BORN". The correct pronunciation is "ˈmɛl.bɜrn" (US) or "ˈmɛl.bən" (UK). Tip: Emphasize the first syllable for accuracy.
Overemphasizing the "r": Some learners pronounce "melbourne" with a strong "r" sound, saying "mel-bourn". In reality, the "r" is subtle in both US and UK pronunciations. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and almost silent.
Pronouncing the "e": A common mistake is to pronounce the "e" in "melbourne" as in "met". The correct sound is a schwa, as in "muh". Tip: Think of the unstressed "e" as a quick, soft sound.
Ignoring the "ou": Some learners pronounce "melbourne" as if it were spelled "melborn". The "ou" should be pronounced as "ɜr" (US) or "ə" (UK). Tip: Practice saying "burn" to get the "ou" sound right.
Skipping the final "e": Some people drop the final "e" sound, leading to "melbourn". The correct pronunciation retains the schwa sound. Tip: Always finish with the soft "n" sound in "melbourne".

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "melbourne"?

The correct pronunciation of "melbourne" is /ˈmɛl.bərn/ in American English and /ˈmɛl.bən/ in British English. Note that the "r" is often silent in the British variant.

What is the stress pattern in "melbourne"?

In "melbourne," the primary stress is on the first syllable, as indicated by /ˈmɛl.bərn/. This means you should emphasize the "mel" part when saying the word.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "melbourne"?

Many people mistakenly pronounce the "r" in "melbourne," especially in American English. Remember, in British English, the "r" is not pronounced, making it sound like "mel-bən."

Is "melbourne" a homophone?

"Melbourne" does not have a direct homophone, but it can be confused with similar-sounding place names. Pay attention to the context in which you hear it to avoid mix-ups.