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mississippi

Definition:

(nou) a major North American river and the chief river of the United States; rises in northern Minnesota and flows southward into the Gulf of Mexico (nou) a state in the Deep South on the gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate States during the American Civil War

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Common mistakes of mississippi pronunciation

Syllable stress confusion: Many people misplace the stress in "mississippi", saying /ˌmɪsɪˈsɪpi/ instead of the correct /ˌmɪsɪˈsɪpi/. Tip: Remember that the third syllable "sipp" carries the primary stress.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners pronounce "mississippi" with an "a" sound, saying /ˌmæsɪˈsɪpi/. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound /ɪ/ in both "miss" and "sip".
Overemphasis on consonants: A common error is to overly stress the "s" sounds, resulting in /ˈmɪsɪˌsɪpi/. Tip: Maintain a balanced pronunciation where all syllables are clear but not exaggerated.
Dropping syllables: Some may say "missippi" by omitting one "s", leading to /ˈmɪsɪpi/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all four syllables clearly: "mis-sis-sip-pi".
Mispronouncing the final syllable: A frequent mistake is pronouncing "mississippi" as /ˌmɪsɪˈsɪp/, cutting off the last syllable. Tip: Always finish strong with the "pi" sound /pi/, as it completes the word.

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How do you pronounce "mississippi"?

The pronunciation of "mississippi" in IPA is /ˌmɪsɪˈsɪpi/. The stress is on the third syllable, "sipp," making it sound like "mis-si-SIP-ee."

What are the syllables in "mississippi"?

"Mississippi" has four syllables: "mis," "si," "sip," and "pi." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, contributing to the flow of the word.

Is there a common mistake when pronouncing "mississippi"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often emphasizing the wrong syllable. Remember to stress the third syllable, "sip," for correct pronunciation.

Are there regional variations in the pronunciation of "mississippi"?

Generally, "mississippi" is pronounced the same across the US and UK, but accents may slightly alter the vowel sounds. However, the stress pattern remains consistent.