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murray
Definition:
(nou) British classical scholar (born in Australia) who advocated the League of Nations and the United Nations (1866-1957) (nou) Scottish philologist and the lexicographer who shaped the Oxford English Dictionary (1837-1915) (nou) a southeast Australian river; flows westward and then south into the Indian Ocean at Adelaide
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Common mistakes of murray pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "murray" with an "a" sound as in "cat," resulting in /ˈmɛr.eɪ/ instead of the correct /ˈmʌr.eɪ/. Tip: Focus on the "u" sound, which should be more like "uh."
- Misplaced stress: People often place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "mu-RAY" instead of the correct "MUR-ray" (/ˈmʌr.eɪ/). Tip: Remember that the first syllable carries the primary stress.
- Blending syllables: Some might merge the syllables, pronouncing it as "muh-ray" (/məˈreɪ/). This can lead to confusion. Tip: Clearly articulate both syllables; each should be distinct.
- Overemphasizing the "r": A common mistake is to overly roll the "r" sound, leading to an unnatural pronunciation. Tip: Keep the "r" sound soft and smooth, as in /ˈmʌr.eɪ/, without excessive emphasis.
- Dropping the final vowel: Some may drop the final vowel sound, saying "murr" instead of "murray" (/ˈmʌr.eɪ/). Tip: Ensure to pronounce the final "ay" clearly to complete the word.