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pigeon
Definition:
(nou) wild and domesticated birds having a heavy body and short legs
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpɪdʒən
Examples:
The pigeon and the falcon disappeared.
The quote is about the pigeon and statue.
The Breslauer Tumbler is a breed of domestic pigeon.
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Common mistakes of pigeon pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "pi-ˈgeon". This is incorrect. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "ˈpɪdʒ.ən".
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the "i" in "pigeon" as a long vowel, like "ee". This results in "pee-jən". Tip: Use the short "i" sound as in "pin": "ˈpɪdʒ.ən".
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some may pronounce "pigeon" with a hard "g", sounding like "pig-ən". This is not standard. Tip: The "g" should be soft, blending into the "j" sound: "ˈpɪdʒ.ən".
- Dropping the final syllable: Learners might say "pij" and omit the ending, making it sound incomplete. Tip: Make sure to articulate the final syllable clearly: "ˈpɪdʒ.ən".
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "pigeon" with "pigeonhole", mispronouncing it as "ˈpɪdʒən". This alters the meaning. Tip: Always say the full word "pigeon" clearly: "ˈpɪdʒ.ən".