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peninsula
Definition:
(nou) a large mass of land projecting into a body of water
Phonetic Transcription:
pəˈnɪnsjʊlə
Examples:
To the east of the peninsula, there lies the island of Catanduanes.
The peninsula created by the gut and the river may be Goose Island.
It is the largest of the monasteries on the peninsula.
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Common mistakes of peninsula pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /pəˈnɪn.sə.lə/. The correct stress is on the third syllable: /pəˈnɪn.zə.lə/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "niz" part.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "peninsula" with an "i" sound like in "pin," resulting in /pɪˈnɪn.sə.lə/. The correct pronunciation uses the schwa sound /ə/ in the first syllable: /pəˈnɪn.zə.lə/. Tip: Practice saying the first syllable with a relaxed mouth.
- Overemphasizing the "s": A common mistake is to overemphasize the "s" sound, saying /pəˈnɪn.sə.lə/ instead of the smoother /pəˈnɪn.zə.lə/. Tip: Blend the "n" and "z" sounds for a more natural flow.
- Omitting syllables: Some learners may drop the last syllable, pronouncing it as /pəˈnɪn.sə/. The full pronunciation includes all syllables: /pəˈnɪn.zə.lə/. Tip: Break the word down into syllables to practice each one clearly.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "peninsula" with "peninsular," leading to mispronunciation. "Peninsular" has a different stress pattern: /pəˈnɪn.sjʊ.lər/. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the meanings and pronunciations of similar words to avoid confusion.