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provencal
Definition:
(nou) the medieval dialects of Langue d'oc (southern France)
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It is very typical of provencal cuisine.
Nissart is much close to provencal.
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Common mistakes of provencal pronunciation
- Dropping the final "l": Many speakers omit the final "l" sound in "Provencal", pronouncing it as /ˌprɒvənˈkɑː/ (UK) or /ˌprɑːvənˈkæl/ (US). Tip: Always ensure to articulate the "l" clearly at the end.
- Misplacing the stress: Some people incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "PROV-encal" instead of the correct "Prov-ENC-al". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the second syllable, "ENC".
- Confusing vowel sounds: The "o" in "Provencal" is often mispronounced. Some say it like "o" in "go", leading to /prəˈvɛnˌkæl/. Tip: Use the short "o" sound as in "pot" for accurate pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "c": Some speakers pronounce the "c" too strongly, leading to a harsh sound. The correct pronunciation is softer, as in /ˌprɒvənˈkɑːl/ (UK) or /ˌprɑːvənˈkæl/ (US). Tip: Keep the "c" light and fluid in the flow of speech.
- Ignoring the schwa: The first syllable is often pronounced too strongly, neglecting the schwa sound. Instead of "PROV", it should be softer, like /prə/. Tip: Practice saying the first syllable quickly and lightly to capture the correct sound.