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palanquin
Definition:
(nou) a closed litter carried on the shoulders of four bearers
Examples:
A carriage and pair of palanquin in the foreground.
He was led to the battleground in a palanquin.
The palanquin and the cars were richly decorated.
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Common mistakes of palanquin pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pal-AN-quin" instead of the correct "PAL-an-quin" (/ˈpæl.ən.kɪn/ in US and UK). Tip: Focus on the primary stress at the beginning.
- Vowel sounds: Some pronounce "palanquin" with an overly pronounced "a" in the first syllable, leading to "pah-lan-quin." The correct sound is /æ/, as in "cat." Tip: Practice saying "pal" as in "pal" to get the right vowel.
- Ending pronunciation: A common mistake is to drop the final "n," resulting in "palanqui." The correct pronunciation includes the "n" sound at the end, as in /kɪn/. Tip: Emphasize the "quin" part to ensure the "n" is clear.
- Syllable separation: Some people say "pal-an-quin" with too much separation between syllables. The correct pronunciation flows smoothly as "PAL-an-quin." Tip: Practice saying the word in a rhythm to connect the syllables naturally.
- Mispronouncing "q": Learners may confuse the "q" sound, pronouncing it like "k." The "q" in "palanquin" is pronounced as /k/ in both US and UK. Tip: Remember that "qu" in English often sounds like "kw," as in "quick."