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plantain
Definition:
(nou) any of numerous plants of the genus Plantago; mostly small roadside or dooryard weeds with elliptic leaves and small spikes of very small flowers; seeds of some used medicinally (nou) a banana tree bearing hanging clusters of edible angular greenish starchy fruits; tropics and subtropics (nou) starchy banana-like fruit; eaten (always cooked) as a staple vegetable throughout the tropics
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They are wrapped in a plantain leaf.
Banana and plantain cultivar naming.
It also cultivates rice and plantain.
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Common mistakes of plantain pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "PLANTain" instead of the correct "planTAIN" (ˈplænˌteɪn). Tip: Remember that the stress is on the second syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce "plantain" with a short "a" sound, as in "cat," leading to "plæn" instead of the correct "plan" (ˈplæn). Tip: Use the "ah" sound as in "man" for the first syllable.
- Final syllable errors: A common mistake is mispronouncing the last syllable as "tin," resulting in "plantin." The correct pronunciation ends with "tain" (ˈteɪn). Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound, similar to "rain."
- Regional variations: In some regions, "plantain" may be pronounced with a different vowel sound, leading to confusion. The UK pronunciation is "plænˈteɪn" while the US is "ˈplænˌteɪn." Tip: Be aware of these differences based on location.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some learners may overly stress the "t" sound, making it sound harsh, like "plan-TAYN." The correct pronunciation is smoother with a softer "t" (ˈplænˌteɪn). Tip: Practice saying it quickly to achieve a natural flow.