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peony
Definition:
(nou) any of numerous plants widely cultivated for their showy single or double red or pink or white flowers
Examples:
The peony bed exists to this day.
The prefectural flower is the mountain peony.
This peony is very rare in cultivation.
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Common mistakes of peony pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many pronounce "peony" as /ˈpiːəni/ with stress on the first syllable. The correct stress is on the second syllable, /pɪˈoʊni/ in US and /ˈpiːəni/ in UK. Tip: Focus on the second syllable for proper emphasis.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may say "peony" with the wrong vowel in the second syllable, pronouncing it as /ˈpeɪəni/. The correct pronunciation includes a short "o" sound, /pɪˈoʊni/ in US and /ˈpiːəni/ in UK. Tip: Practice the "o" sound by saying "oh" quickly.
- Dropping syllables: A common mistake is to shorten "peony" to two syllables, saying /ˈpiːni/. The word actually has three syllables: /pɪˈoʊni/ in US and /ˈpiːəni/ in UK. Tip: Break the word down into three distinct parts while practicing.
- Overemphasizing the "p": Some speakers may overemphasize the initial "p" sound, making it sound overly harsh. The "p" in "peony" should be soft, /pɪˈoʊni/ in US and /ˈpiːəni/ in UK. Tip: Lightly touch your lips together to create a softer "p" sound.
- Confusing with similar words: People often confuse "peony" with "pioneer" or "peony" with "peony." While they share some sounds, "peony" is distinct in pronunciation. Tip: Repeat "peony" separately to help distinguish it from similar-sounding words.