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paraguay
Definition:
(nou) a landlocked republic in south central South America; achieved independence from Spain in 1811
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Common mistakes of paraguay pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "par-a-'guay". The correct pronunciation is "ˈpær.ə.ɡwaɪ" with primary stress on the first syllable. Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The first syllable is often mispronounced as "pahr". The correct sound is "pær" as in "cat" /æ/. Tip: Practice the short "a" sound to avoid this mistake.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some pronounce "paraguay" with a hard "g" sound, saying "par-a-'gway". The correct pronunciation is "ˈpær.ə.ɡwaɪ" with a softer "g". Tip: Keep the "g" light, similar to "go".
- Ignoring the diphthong: Learners may say "paraguay" as "par-a-gway", missing the diphthong in the last syllable. The correct pronunciation is "ˈpær.ə.ɡwaɪ". Tip: Practice blending the sounds smoothly to master the diphthong.
- Skipping syllables: Some people may say "para-gway", omitting the middle syllable. The full pronunciation is "ˈpær.ə.ɡwaɪ". Tip: Ensure you pronounce all syllables clearly for accurate pronunciation.