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meringue
Definition:
(nou) sweet topping especially for pies made of beaten egg whites and sugar
Phonetic Transcription:
məˈræŋ
Examples:
The flavor of the fruit is similar to that of a lemon meringue pie.
The topping is meringue, the true topping for the children.
The meringue is directly on top of the lemon filling.
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Common mistakes of meringue pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "mer-ING-gue." The correct stress is on the last syllable: /məˈræŋ/ in US and /məˈrɪŋ/ in UK. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "gue" part.
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce "meringue" with a short "e," sounding like "mer-ehng." The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound in the first syllable: /məˈræŋ/ (US) or /məˈrɪŋ/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying "mer" with a relaxed, unstressed vowel.
- Overemphasizing the "g": It's common to stress the "g" in "meringue," leading to a harsh sound. The "gue" should be soft, almost silent. The proper pronunciation is /məˈræŋ/ (US) or /məˈrɪŋ/ (UK). Tip: Focus on blending the "gue" smoothly with the "n."
- Ignoring the nasal sound: Some speakers miss the nasal quality in "meringue," pronouncing it as if it has a clear "g" sound. The correct form has a nasalized "n" before the soft "gue": /məˈræŋ/ (US) or /məˈrɪŋ/ (UK). Tip: Try saying "sing" to feel the nasal sound before "gue."
- Incorrectly pronouncing the ending: People often pronounce the ending as "g" instead of the softer "gue." The correct ending is /ŋ/ followed by a silent "ue." Tip: Practice saying "ring" and then smoothly transition to "meringue."