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nassau
Definition:
(nou) the capital of the Bahamas
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Common mistakes of nassau pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners stress the wrong syllable in "Nassau". The correct pronunciation is /ˈnæs.oʊ/ (US) and /ˈnæs.ɔː/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the first syllable to improve clarity.
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce "Nassau" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying /næsˈsɔː/ instead. This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Practice the "a" sound as in "cat" for the first syllable.
- Final "au" mispronunciation: Learners often mispronounce the ending of "Nassau", saying /næsˈsɔː/ instead of /ˈnæs.oʊ/ (US) or /ˈnæs.ɔː/ (UK). Tip: Remember that "au" should sound like "ow" in "cow" for US and "aw" in "saw" for UK.
- Overemphasizing consonants: Some speakers add extra emphasis on the "s" in "Nassau", pronouncing it as /næsˈsɑː/ instead. This can make it sound awkward. Tip: Keep the "s" soft and the flow natural.
- Dropping syllables: A common mistake is dropping the second syllable, saying "Nas" instead of "Nassau". This leads to miscommunication. Tip: Practice saying both syllables clearly to ensure you are understood.