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ptarmigan
Definition:
(nou) large Arctic and subarctic grouse with feathered feet and usually white winter plumage
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They also eat ptarmigan, voles and grouse.
Many of the birds such as ptarmigan, migrate south for the winter.
Many people enjoy hunting for ptarmigan and buffalo.
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Common mistakes of ptarmigan pronunciation
- Silent "p": Many people pronounce the "p" in "ptarmigan" as in "pat." This is incorrect; the correct pronunciation is /ˈtɑːrmɪɡən/ in US English and /ˈtɑːmɪɡən/ in UK English. Tip: Remember that the "p" is silent.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "ptar-MI-gan." The correct stress is on the first syllable: "PTAR-mi-gan." Tip: Focus on the first syllable to get the stress right.
- Mispronouncing "tarmigan": A common mistake is to say "tar-mih-gan" instead of "tar-mi-gan." The correct pronunciation includes a short "i" sound. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "i" as in "sit."
- Overemphasizing "gan": Some speakers put too much emphasis on the last syllable, saying "ptarmiga-N." The correct pronunciation has a softer ending: "gan" should be less stressed. Tip: Keep the final syllable light and quick.
- Vowel confusion: Learners often mispronounce the vowel sounds, especially the "a" in "ptarmigan." It should sound like "ah" as in "father," not "ay" as in "day." Tip: Practice the vowel sound by comparing it to similar words.