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ratatouille
Definition:
(nou) a vegetable stew; usually made with tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini, peppers, onion, and seasonings
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The ratatouille can be served either hot or cold.
There is much debate on how to make a traditional ratatouille.
I have to agree, asparagus is 'not' a typical ingredient of ratatouille.
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Common mistakes of ratatouille pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners misplace the primary stress in "ratatouille", pronouncing it as /ˌrætəˈtuːi/. The correct stress is on the last syllable: /ˌrætəˈtuːi/. Tip: Focus on stressing the "tou" part.
- Vowel sound confusion: The "a" in "ratatouille" can be mispronounced. Some pronounce it as /æ/ instead of the correct /ə/. Tip: Practice saying the first syllable more softly, focusing on the schwa sound.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Learners sometimes overemphasize the first syllable, saying "RAT-atouille". The correct pronunciation has a balanced rhythm across syllables: /ˌrætəˈtuːi/. Tip: Say it smoothly, keeping all syllables connected.
- Mispronouncing the final "e": The final "e" in "ratatouille" is often ignored or pronounced as /e/. The correct pronunciation ends with a /i/ sound: /ˈtuːi/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the last syllable clearly.
- Ignoring the french origin: Some may forget the French influence, leading to a more anglicized pronunciation. The authentic pronunciation is /ˌrætəˈtwiː/, reflecting its French roots. Tip: Listen to native French speakers for guidance.