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merle
Definition:
(nou) common black European thrush
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Common mistakes of merle pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "mer-LE" instead of the correct "MER-le". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, marked as ˈmɜr.l̩ in IPA.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the "e" in "merle" as a long "e" sound, saying "meerl". This is incorrect. Tip: The correct vowel sound is a schwa, pronounced as /ɜr/, so it should sound like "merl".
- Adding an extra syllable: Some people mistakenly pronounce "merle" as a three-syllable word, saying "mer-lee". Tip: Keep it simple; "merle" is a two-syllable word, pronounced as ˈmɜr.l̩.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Learners sometimes overpronounce the "r" in "merle", leading to a harsh sound. Tip: The "r" should be soft, blending smoothly with the vowel, as in ˈmɜr.l̩.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "merle" with "mural" or "male", leading to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Focus on the unique sound of "merle" /ˈmɜr.l̩/ to differentiate it from these words.