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philippines
Definition:
(nou) a republic on the Philippine Islands; achieved independence from the United States in 1946 (nou) an archipelago in the southwestern Pacific including some 7000 islands
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Common mistakes of philippines pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "phi-LIP-pines." The correct stress is on the third syllable: /ˌfɪlɪˈpiːnz/ (US) and /ˌfɪlɪˈpiːnz/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the "pi" part for correct emphasis.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some may pronounce "philippines" with exaggerated vowels, leading to unclear speech. The correct pronunciation features shorter vowels: /ˌfɪlɪˈpiːnz/. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to master the vowel sounds.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners might confuse the "i" sounds, pronouncing it as "phil-uh-peens" instead of "phil-ip-peens." The correct sound is /ɪ/ in the first two syllables. Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the subtle differences.
- Skipping syllables: A common mistake is omitting the middle syllable, resulting in "fill-peens." The correct pronunciation includes all syllables: /ˌfɪlɪˈpiːnz/. Tip: Break the word into parts and practice each syllable separately.
- Mispronouncing the final consonant: Some may pronounce the last consonant as "s," saying "philippine." The correct ending is with a voiced "z" sound: /ˌfɪlɪˈpiːnz/. Tip: Focus on the ending to ensure clarity in pronunciation.