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reggae
Definition:
(nou) popular music originating in the West Indies; repetitive bass riffs and regular chords played on the off beat by a guitar
Examples:
The reggae organ shuffle is unique to reggae.
Dancehall reggae is a style of reggae that originated in the 1970s.
It was a reggae disco hit for the reggae band Third orld.
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Common mistakes of reggae pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "reg-GAY." The correct pronunciation is "ˈrɛɡ.eɪ," with the emphasis on the first syllable. Tip: Remember that the stress is on "reg," not "gay."
- Vowel confusion: People often pronounce "reggae" with a short "e," sounding like "ˈrɛg.ɪ," which is incorrect. The correct vowel sound is a long "e" as in "day." Tip: Practice saying "ray" to get the vowel sound right.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some might pronounce "reggae" with a hard "g," resulting in "ˈrɛg.geɪ." The "g" should be softer, as in "ˈrɛɡ.eɪ." Tip: Focus on a smooth transition between the syllables.
- Ignoring the final vowel: Learners sometimes drop the final vowel sound, saying "ˈrɛg," which is incomplete. The correct pronunciation includes the ending "eɪ." Tip: Make sure to finish the word with a clear "ay" sound.
- Mispronouncing the syllable structure: Some may say "REG-gay" instead of "ˈrɛɡ.eɪ." This changes the rhythm of the word. Tip: Break it down into two syllables: "reg" and "gae," with the first syllable stressed.