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newark
Definition:
(nou) the largest city in New Jersey; located in northeastern New Jersey
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Common mistakes of newark pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "new-ARK" instead of the correct "NEW-ark" (ˈnjuː.ərk in UK, ˈnuː.ərk in US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "newark" with a long "e" sound, saying "nee-wark." The correct pronunciation uses a short "u" sound (ˈnjuː.ərk in UK, ˈnuː.ərk in US). Tip: Focus on the "u" sound in the second syllable.
- Adding an extra syllable: A common mistake is to say "new-ar-k" with three syllables instead of the correct two. The proper pronunciation is "newark" (ˈnjuː.ərk in UK, ˈnuː.ərk in US). Tip: Keep it concise with just two syllables.
- Confusing with similar names: Some confuse "newark" with "Newark" in New Jersey, leading to mispronunciation. Both should be pronounced the same way (ˈnjuː.ərk in UK, ˈnuː.ərk in US). Tip: Familiarize yourself with the local pronunciation to avoid confusion.
- Mispronouncing the final consonant: Some speakers incorrectly pronounce the final "k" sound, leading to "newar" instead of "newark." The correct pronunciation includes the "k" (ˈnjuː.ərk in UK, ˈnuː.ərk in US). Tip: Ensure to articulate the "k" clearly at the end.