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punjabi
Definition:
(nou) a member of the majority people of Punjab in northwestern India (nou) the Indic language spoken by most people in Punjab in northwestern India
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Common mistakes of punjabi pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pun-JA-bi". In both US and UK English, the stress is on the first syllable: /ˈpʌn.dʒɑː.bi/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable "pun".
- Vowel pronunciation: Some people pronounce the "u" in "punjabi" as "oo" instead of the correct short "u" sound. The correct pronunciation is /ˈpʌn.dʒɑː.bi/. Tip: Practice saying "pun" like "fun" to get the right vowel sound.
- Final vowel sound: A common mistake is to pronounce the last syllable as "bee" instead of the correct "bi" with a short "i" sound. It should be pronounced /ˈpʌn.dʒɑː.bi/. Tip: Think of "bi" like "see" but shorter.
- Consonant clarity: Some learners may blend the "j" and "a" too closely, making it sound like "punjabi" instead of clearly articulating "pun-JA-bi". The correct pronunciation is /ˈpʌn.dʒɑː.bi/. Tip: Make sure to separate the sounds distinctly.
- Regional variations: In some areas, people may pronounce "punjabi" with a different vowel sound in the first syllable, leading to confusion. The standard is /ˈpʌn.dʒɑː.bi/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the standard pronunciation.