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melon
Definition:
(nou) any of numerous fruits of the gourd family having a hard rind and sweet juicy flesh (nou) any of various fruit of cucurbitaceous vines including: muskmelons; watermelons; cantaloupes; cucumbers
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈmelən
Examples:
The melon is particularly bulbous.
It used to be the main producer of melon in the past.
The flesh of the melon is scooped out with the soup.
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Common mistakes of melon pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "me-'lon" instead of the correct "'mel-on". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, as shown in IPA: /ˈmɛlən/ (US) and /ˈmɛlən/ (UK).
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the "e" in "melon" as a long vowel, like "ee". This leads to saying "mee-lon". Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound, as in /ˈmɛlən/, to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasizing the final "n": Some speakers may pronounce "melon" with a strong "n" sound, making it sound like "melon" with an exaggerated ending. Tip: Keep the final "n" soft and subtle, as indicated in IPA: /ˈmɛlən/.
- Adding an extra syllable: Learners might mistakenly say "me-lon" with two distinct syllables instead of the correct single-syllable pronunciation. Tip: Practice saying "melon" smoothly, ensuring it flows as one word: /ˈmɛlən/.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "melon" with "mellow", leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds and stress patterns; "melon" has a clear short "e" sound and primary stress on the first syllable.