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monongahela

Definition:

(nou) a river that rises in northern West Virginia and flows north into Pennsylvania where it joins the Allegheny River at Pittsburgh to form the Ohio River

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Rigdon's organization was never in monongahela or greensburg.

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Common mistakes of monongahela pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "monon-GA-hela" instead of the correct "monon-ga-HE-la". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the third syllable, as indicated by IPA: /məˌnɒŋɡəˈhiːlə/ (UK) and /məˌnɑːŋɡəˈhiːlə/ (US).
Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners pronounce the first "o" as in "hot" instead of the correct sound as in "uh". Tip: Focus on producing the schwa sound /ə/ for the first "o" in "monongahela".
Ignoring syllable separation: People often blend syllables, saying "monongahela" as one long word. Tip: Break it down into four distinct syllables: "mon-on-ga-he-la", ensuring clarity in pronunciation.
Overemphasizing consonants: Some may exaggerate the "n" or "g" sounds, leading to an unnatural pronunciation. Tip: Keep the consonants soft and smooth, as in /məˌnɒŋɡəˈhiːlə/ (UK) and /məˌnɑːŋɡəˈhiːlə/ (US).
Mispronouncing the "h": A few might omit the "h" sound entirely, saying "monongaela". Tip: Make sure to include the "h" sound clearly, as it is essential for correct pronunciation.

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How do you pronounce "monongahela" correctly?

The correct pronunciation of "monongahela" is /ˌmɒn.ɒnˈɡeɪ.lə/ in American English. It has four syllables, with the primary stress on the third syllable, "gei."

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "monongahela" between US and UK English?

In American English, "monongahela" is pronounced as /ˌmɒn.ɒnˈɡeɪ.lə/, while there is no standard UK pronunciation due to its specific American geographical context. Therefore, it is primarily recognized in the US.

What common mistakes do people make when pronouncing "monongahela"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often pronouncing it with the stress on the first syllable instead of the third. Remember to emphasize "gei" to say "monongahela" correctly.

How many syllables are in "monongahela"?

The word "monongahela" has four syllables: "mon-on-ga-he-la." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, which helps in mastering the correct pronunciation.