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nicaraguan
Definition:
(nou) a native or inhabitant of Nicaragua
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Common mistakes of nicaraguan pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable. The correct stress is on the third syllable: /ˌnɪkəˈrɑːɡwən/ (US) and /ˌnɪkəˈræɡwən/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the "rɑ" or "ræ" for proper emphasis.
- Vowel sounds: Some mispronounce "nicaraguan" by using short vowel sounds. The correct pronunciation includes the long vowel /ɑː/ in US English and /æ/ in UK English. Tip: Practice saying "car" for the US or "cat" for the UK to get the right vowel sound.
- Syllable count: A common mistake is to use too many or too few syllables. "Nicaraguan" has four syllables, not three. Tip: Break it down: "ni-ca-ra-guan" to emphasize each syllable correctly.
- "g" sound confusion: Learners sometimes pronounce the "g" as /dʒ/ instead of the correct /ɡ/. This changes the word's sound. Tip: Think of the "g" in "go" to maintain the right sound.
- "w" sound omission: Some speakers may skip the "w" sound in "nicaraguan," leading to a mispronunciation. Tip: Pronounce the "w" clearly, as in "water," to ensure clarity in your pronunciation.