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namibia
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(nou) a republic in southwestern Africa on the south Atlantic coast (formerly called South West Africa); achieved independence from South Africa in 1990; the greater part of Namibia forms part of the high Namibian plateau of South Africa
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Common mistakes of namibia pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many people place stress on the second syllable, saying "na-MI-bia" /nəˈmɪb.i.ə/. Correctly stress the first syllable as in "NA-mibia" /nəˈmɪb.i.ə/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "NA" sound.
- Vowel confusion: Some mispronounce "namibia" by blending vowels, saying "namibya" /nəˈmɪb.jə/. The correct pronunciation has distinct vowel sounds. Tip: Pay attention to the "i" in the second syllable, making it clear.
- Silent letters: A common mistake is to pronounce the "b" as silent, resulting in "na-mia" /nəˈmiː.ə/. The "b" is pronounced. Tip: Ensure you articulate the "b" sound clearly in "namibia."
- Mispronouncing the final syllable: Some say "namib-ee-uh" /nəˈmɪb.i.ə/ with an incorrect long "e" sound. The final syllable should have a short "i" sound. Tip: Focus on the "i" being short and crisp.
- Regional accents: Different accents may alter the pronunciation slightly, leading to variations like "na-mib-ee-uh" /nəˈmɪb.i.ə/. While accents are natural, aim for the standard pronunciation. Tip: Listen to native speakers for guidance on the correct pronunciation.