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moscow
Definition:
(nou) a city of central European Russia; formerly capital of both the Soviet Union and Soviet Russia; since 1991 the capital of the Russian Federation
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Common mistakes of moscow pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "Mos-ˈcow" instead of the correct "ˈMoscow". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "Moscow" with an "o" sound like in "go", resulting in "Mosc-ow". The correct pronunciation is with a short "o" sound, as in "Moscow" /ˈmɒs.kəʊ/ (UK) or /ˈmɑːs.kaʊ/ (US). Tip: Focus on the short "o" sound in the first syllable.
- Overemphasis on the final syllable: A common mistake is to emphasize the last syllable, saying "Mosc-ow" with a strong "ow" sound. The correct pronunciation is smoother, with a weaker final syllable. Tip: Keep the last syllable light and quick.
- Ignoring the silent "w": Some speakers may pronounce the "w" in "Moscow", saying "Mosc-ow". However, the "w" is silent. Tip: Remember to drop the "w" entirely when pronouncing "Moscow".
- Mispronouncing the consonants: Learners sometimes confuse the "s" and "k" sounds, saying "Mos-kow" instead of the correct "Moscow". The proper pronunciation has a clear "s" sound. Tip: Practice saying "Moscow" slowly to ensure clarity in the consonants.