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promenade
Definition:
(nou) a formal ball held for a school class toward the end of the academic year (nou) a public area set aside as a pedestrian walk (nou) a square dance figure; couples march counterclockwise in a circle (nou) a march of all the guests at the opening of a formal dance (nou) a leisurely walk (usually in some public place)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌprɒməˈnɑːd
Examples:
The promenade along the Main River offers a relaxing stroll.
Construction on the promenade began in the 1930s.
Its site was at the back of the promenade.
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Common mistakes of promenade pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "promenade" as /ˌprɒməˈneɪd/ (UK) or /ˌprɑːməˈneɪd/ (US). Tip: Remember to stress the third syllable: /ˈprɒm.ə.neɪd/ (UK), /ˈprɑː.mə.neɪd/ (US).
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "pro" with a long "o" sound, saying /prōm.ə.neɪd/. Tip: Use a short "o" sound as in "hot": /prɒm.ə.neɪd/ (UK), /prɑːm.ə.neɪd/ (US).
- Overemphasizing the final "e": Learners often pronounce the last "e" in "promenade" as a separate syllable, like /prɒm.əˈneɪd.eɪ/. Tip: The final "e" is silent; keep it smooth as in /ˈprɒm.ə.neɪd/ (UK), /ˈprɑː.mə.neɪd/ (US).
- Skipping syllables: Some people may say "promenade" too quickly, dropping syllables and saying /prɒˈnæd/. Tip: Clearly articulate each syllable: /ˈprɒm.ə.neɪd/ (UK), /ˈprɑː.mə.neɪd/ (US) to ensure clarity.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "promenade" with "promenade" (a verb) and pronounce it differently. Tip: Remember that "promenade" as a noun has a distinct pronunciation /ˈprɒm.ə.neɪd/ (UK), /ˈprɑː.mə.neɪd/ (US).