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pomegranate
Definition:
(nou) shrub or small tree native to southwestern Asia having large red many-seeded fruit (nou) large globular fruit having many seeds with juicy red pulp in a tough brownish-red rind
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Is the chambered pomegranate also a surrogate for the poppy's narcotic capsule
Pomegranate juice is juice made from the pomegranate fruit.
A bottle of PAMA pomegranate liqueur.
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Common mistakes of pomegranate pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pomegranate" as /ˌpɒm.ɡrəˈnɛɪt/ (UK) or /ˌpɑːm.ɡrəˈneɪt/ (US). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: /ˈpɒm.ɡrə.nɪt/ (UK) or /ˈpɑːm.ɡrə.nɪt/ (US).
- Vowel confusion: Some people pronounce "pomegranate" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying "puh-muh-gran-it." This can lead to mispronunciation. Tip: Use the correct vowel sounds: /ˈpɒm/ (UK) or /ˈpɑːm/ (US) for the first syllable.
- Syllable omission: Learners might drop the middle syllable, saying "pom-gran-it" instead of "pomegranate." This changes the word's clarity. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all three syllables clearly: /ˈpɒm.ɡrə.nɪt/ (UK) or /ˈpɑːm.ɡrə.nɪt/ (US).
- Ending sound: Some mispronounce "pomegranate" by not clearly articulating the final "t" sound, resulting in "pomegran." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Always pronounce the "t" clearly: /ˈpɒm.ɡrə.nɪt/ (UK) or /ˈpɑːm.ɡrə.nɪt/ (US).
- Consonant blending: A common mistake is blending the sounds and saying "pomm-gran-it." This can make the word sound jumbled. Tip: Keep the consonants distinct: /ˈpɒm.ɡrə.nɪt/ (UK) or /ˈpɑːm.ɡrə.nɪt/ (US).