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oklahoma

Definition:

(nou) a state in south central United States

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Common mistakes of oklahoma pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ok-lah-'ho-ma." The correct pronunciation places primary stress on the third syllable: /ˌoʊ.kəˈhoʊ.mə/ (US) and /ˌəʊ.kəˈhəʊ.mə/ (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "ho" syllable.
Vowel sounds: Some may mispronounce the "o" in "oklahoma" as a short vowel, saying "ok-lah-ho-ma." The correct pronunciation features a long "o" sound in the first syllable: /ˌoʊ.kəˈhoʊ.mə/ (US) and /ˌəʊ.kəˈhəʊ.mə/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying "oh" to get the right sound.
Syllable reduction: Some speakers may omit the unstressed syllables, saying "ok-lah-ma." The full pronunciation includes all syllables: /ˌoʊ.kəˈhoʊ.mə/ (US) and /ˌəʊ.kəˈhəʊ.mə/ (UK). Tip: Make sure to articulate each syllable clearly.
Ending sound: A common mistake is to pronounce the final "a" too strongly, like "oklahom-a." The correct ending is softer: /ˌoʊ.kəˈhoʊ.mə/ (US) and /ˌəʊ.kəˈhəʊ.mə/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying the word softly to avoid overemphasizing the "a."
Consonant clarity: Some learners might confuse the "k" and "h" sounds, pronouncing it as "oklahoma" with a hard "h." The correct pronunciation has a clear "h" sound: /ˌoʊ.kəˈhoʊ.mə/ (US) and /ˌəʊ.kəˈhəʊ.mə/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the breathy sound of "h" to distinguish it.

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How do you pronounce "oklahoma"?

The pronunciation of "oklahoma" is /ˌoʊkləˈhoʊmə/ in American English. The primary stress is on the third syllable, "ho," while the first syllable is unstressed and pronounced with a schwa sound.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "oklahoma" between American and British English?

There is no significant difference in the pronunciation of "oklahoma" between American and British English; both use the same IPA notation /ˌoʊkləˈhoʊmə/. However, regional accents may slightly affect the vowel sounds.

What are the syllables in "oklahoma"?

The word "oklahoma" has four syllables: "ok-la-ho-ma." The stress falls on the third syllable, making it sound prominent when spoken.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "oklahoma"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the first syllable instead of the correct third syllable. It's important to remember the schwa sound in the first syllable, which can lead to mispronunciation if not recognized.