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mirage
Definition:
(nou) an optical illusion in which atmospheric refraction by a layer of hot air distorts or inverts reflections of distant objects (nou) something illusory and unattainable
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈmɪrɑːʒ
Examples:
Inferior mirage is the most common mirage in the deserts.
The appearance of the mirage is particularly distinctive.
The others are still stuck in the mirage.
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Common mistakes of mirage pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "mi-RAJ." The correct stress is on the last syllable, as in /mɪˈrɑːʒ/ (US) and /mɪˈrɑːʒ/ (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "raz" part.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce the first syllable as "meer" instead of "mi." The correct pronunciation is /mɪˈrɑːʒ/, where "i" sounds like "ih." Tip: Practice with words like "bit" to get the right sound.
- Overemphasizing the "g": A common mistake is to pronounce the "g" at the end, saying "mirage" with a hard "g." The correct pronunciation drops the "g" sound, leading to /mɪˈrɑːʒ/. Tip: Focus on the soft "zh" sound, similar to "measure."
- Omitting the final sound: Some learners skip the final sound altogether, pronouncing it as "mi-rah." The correct ending is pronounced as /mɪˈrɑːʒ/, including the "zh" sound. Tip: Practice saying "garage" to help with the final sound.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "mirage" with "image," leading to mispronunciation. "Mirage" is pronounced /mɪˈrɑːʒ/, while "image" has a different stress and vowel sound. Tip: Pay attention to the syllable stress in each word to distinguish them.