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pomade
Definition:
(nou) hairdressing consisting of a perfumed oil or ointment
Examples:
Henna and pomade was also put in the hair.
In actual fact, the pomade was made from a deadly poison.
The pomade is an emulsion of water and mineral oil stabilised with beeswax.
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Common mistakes of pomade pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pom-ˈade". The correct pronunciation is "ˈpɒm.eɪd" in UK English and "ˈpɑː.məd" in US English. Tip: Focus on the first syllable to avoid this mistake.
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce "pomade" with a short "a" sound, like "pahm-ˈad". In reality, it should have a long "o" sound as in "pɒm" (UK) or "pɑːm" (US). Tip: Practice saying "palm" to get the vowel right.
- Silent letters: A common error is overemphasizing the "e" at the end, leading to "pomad-ee". The correct pronunciation ends with a soft "d" sound, as in "ˈpɒm.eɪd" (UK) or "ˈpɑː.məd" (US). Tip: Remember that the "e" is silent in this case.
- Mispronouncing the last syllable: Some learners mistakenly say "pom-ad" instead of "pom-aid". The last syllable should sound like "aid" (UK) or "əd" (US). Tip: Think of the word "aid" to guide your pronunciation.
- Regional variations: Some may pronounce "pomade" differently based on their region, leading to confusion. In UK English, it is "ˈpɒm.eɪd", while in US English, it is "ˈpɑː.məd". Tip: Listen to native speakers from both regions for clarity.