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museum
Definition:
(nou) a depository for collecting and displaying objects having scientific or historical or artistic value
Phonetic Transcription:
mjuːˈzɪəm
Examples:
The Ephemeral Museum is the first ephemeral art museum in the world.
The annex will not affect the Victorian displays of the museum.
The centerpiece conclude the whole displays of the museum.
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Common mistakes of museum pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many pronounce "museum" with the stress on the second syllable, saying /mjuˈziːəm/. However, the correct stress is on the last syllable in UK English /mjuˈziːəm/ and on the first syllable in US English /mjuˈziːəm/. Tip: Focus on stressing the last part for UK or the first part for US.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners confuse the vowel sounds in "museum," leading to variations like /mjuːˈzɛm/. The correct pronunciation features a long "u" sound /mjuˈziː/. Tip: Practice saying the "u" as in "you" to achieve the right sound.
- Adding an extra syllable: It's common to hear "museum" pronounced with an extra syllable, as /mjuˈziːəm/. This can make it sound unnatural. The correct pronunciation is a smooth two-syllable word. Tip: Break it down into "mu" and "seum" without adding extra sounds.
- Overemphasizing the "s": Some speakers place too much emphasis on the "s" in "museum," often pronouncing it as /mjuˈsɛm/. The "s" should be softer, leading to the correct pronunciation /mjuˈziːəm/. Tip: Keep the "s" subtle and focus on the "zi" sound.
- Skipping the "u" sound: A frequent mistake is omitting the "u" sound altogether, saying /ˈziːəm/. This changes the word entirely. The "u" is essential for clarity. Tip: Always include the "u" sound to maintain the integrity of "museum."