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portuguese
Definition:
(nou) the Romance language spoken in Portugal and Brazil (nou) a native or inhabitant of Portugal
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Common mistakes of portuguese pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "Por-tuh-ˈgeez". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˈpɔːr.tʃə.ɡiːz" (UK) or "ˈpɔr.tʃə.ɡiz" (US). Tip: Practice saying "Portuguese" with emphasis on the "geez" part.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many people pronounce the first syllable as "Por" instead of "ˈpɔːr" (UK) or "ˈpɔr" (US). This can lead to confusion. Tip: Focus on producing the open "aw" sound in the first syllable.
- Overpronouncing the "t": Some learners add an extra emphasis on the "t" sound, making it sound like "Por-tuh-ˈgeez". In reality, the "t" is softer. Tip: Keep the "t" subtle and let it flow into the "ch" sound.
- Skipping the "u": A common mistake is to drop the "u" in the second syllable, saying "Por-ˈgeez". The correct pronunciation includes the "u" sound: "ˈpɔːr.tʃə.ɡiːz" (UK) or "ˈpɔr.tʃə.ɡiz" (US). Tip: Remember to articulate the "u" clearly when pronouncing "Portuguese".
- Confusing similar words: Learners sometimes mix up "Portuguese" with "portage" or "portal". This can lead to miscommunication. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the distinct sounds and syllable structure of "Portuguese" to avoid confusion.