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newfoundland
Definition:
(nou) a breed of very large heavy dogs with a thick coarse usually black coat; highly intelligent dogs and vigorous swimmers; developed in Newfoundland (nou) an island in the north Atlantic
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Common mistakes of newfoundland pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "new-FOUND-land" instead of the correct "NEW-found-land" (ˈnjuːfaʊndlənd for UK, ˈnuːfaʊndlənd for US). Tip: Emphasize the first syllable for correct pronunciation.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "new" as "noo" instead of "nyoo" (ˈnjuː for UK, ˈnuː for US). This can lead to confusion. Tip: Focus on the "y" sound in "new" to ensure clarity.
- Silent letters: People often mispronounce "newfoundland" by emphasizing the "d" at the end, leading to "newfoundland." The correct pronunciation is "newfoundland" (ˈnjuːfaʊndlənd for UK, ˈnuːfaʊndlənd for US). Tip: Remember that the "d" is not pronounced.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Some speakers may say "NEW-found-LAND," creating an unnatural rhythm. The correct stress pattern is "NEW-found-land" (ˈnjuːfaʊndlənd for UK, ˈnuːfaʊndlənd for US). Tip: Keep the syllables balanced to maintain a natural flow.
- Regional variations: In some areas, "newfoundland" may be said with a different accent or vowel sound, leading to variations like "new-fun-land." This is incorrect. Tip: Listen to native speakers to familiarize yourself with the standard pronunciation.