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ohio
Definition:
(nou) a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region (nou) a river that is formed in western Pennsylvania and flows westward to become a tributary of the Mississippi River
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Common mistakes of ohio pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on "h" or "o". The correct pronunciation is /oʊˈhaɪ.oʊ/ in US English and /əʊˈhaɪ.əʊ/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the second syllable for stress.
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sounds may be mispronounced, leading to "ohio" sounding like "ohioh". The correct pronunciation includes the diphthong /oʊ/ or /əʊ/. Tip: Practice by elongating the "o" sound before moving to "hi".
- Overemphasizing the "h": Some speakers may overemphasize the "h" sound, making it sound harsh. The "h" should be soft, as in /oʊˈhaɪ.oʊ/. Tip: Keep the "h" light and follow it quickly with "ai".
- Dropping the final vowel: It's common to drop the final "o" in casual speech, resulting in "ohai". The full pronunciation is /oʊˈhaɪ.oʊ/ in US English and /əʊˈhaɪ.əʊ/ in UK English. Tip: Always finish with a clear "o" sound.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may pronounce "ohio" with a short "o" sound, leading to confusion. The correct pronunciation requires a long "o" as in /oʊ/ or /əʊ/. Tip: Emphasize the length of the "o" to achieve clarity.