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prairie
Definition:
(nou) a treeless grassy plain
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpreəri
Examples:
It is the easternmost of the three prairie provinces.
The unit preserves prairie and calcareous fen.
The county is in the southeastern section of the state, in the prairie region.
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Common mistakes of prairie pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "prair-EE" instead of the correct "PRAIR-ee" (/ˈprɛəri/ in UK and /ˈprɛri/ in US). Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable.
- Adding an unnecessary vowel: A common mistake is inserting an extra vowel sound, pronouncing it as "prair-AY-ree." This deviates from the correct pronunciation (/ˈprɛəri/ or /ˈprɛri/). Tip: Focus on the two clear syllables without extra sounds.
- Confusing the vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "prairie" with a long "a" as in "day," resulting in "prayer-ee." The correct vowel sound is short, as in "air." Tip: Practice saying "air" to get the right vowel sound.
- Ignoring the "r": In some accents, the "r" in "prairie" may be softened or dropped, leading to "pay-ee." This is incorrect. Tip: Make sure to clearly pronounce the "r" to maintain the word's integrity.
- Overemphasizing the second syllable: Learners might say "prair-REE" with too much stress on the second syllable. The pronunciation should be more balanced. Tip: Practice saying "PRAIR-ee" to keep both syllables even.