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orchestra
Definition:
(nou) a musical organization consisting of a group of instrumentalists including string players (nou) seating on the main floor in a theater
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɔːkɪstrə
Examples:
The festival's associate orchestra is the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment.
It proved to be fruitful for the orchestra.
The orchestra introduces the theme.
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Common mistakes of orchestra pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "or-ˈches-tra". In both US and UK pronunciation, the primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈɔːr.kə.strə" (UK) / "ˈɔr.kə.strə" (US). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Overemphasizing the "ch": Some may pronounce "orchestra" with a strong "ch" sound, like "or-ˈkest-ra". This can lead to confusion since the "ch" is softer and part of the "k" sound. Tip: Keep the "ch" subtle, blending it into the "k" sound.
- Missing the "r": A common mistake is omitting the "r" sound, pronouncing it as "ˈɔː.kə.sta". This alters the word and makes it unrecognizable. Tip: Ensure the "r" is pronounced clearly after the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners may pronounce the first vowel as in "cat", saying "ˈɔr.kə.strə". In fact, it should be pronounced with an "aw" sound, as in "law". Tip: Practice saying "or" with an "aw" sound to improve accuracy.
- Adding extra syllables: Some might say "or-ches-tra" with an extra "e" sound, leading to a four-syllable pronunciation. The correct pronunciation has only three syllables: "ˈɔːr.kə.strə" (UK) / "ˈɔr.kə.strə" (US). Tip: Count the syllables as you practice to avoid adding unnecessary sounds.