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reindeer
Definition:
(nou) Arctic deer with large antlers in both sexes; called `reindeer' in Eurasia and `caribou' in North America
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈreɪndɪə
Examples:
Rest of the time, the reindeer are free in the wild.
Its wild reindeer herds are among the largest in the world.
There are elves and reindeer.
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Common mistakes of reindeer pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "rein-DEER". The correct pronunciation is "ˈreɪnˌdɪr" in US English and "ˈreɪnˌdɪə" in UK English. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "reindeer" with a short "a" sound, like "ræn-deer". The correct vowel sound is a long "a" as in "reign". Tip: Practice saying "rain" to get the vowel right.
- Omitting the second syllable: Some may say "rain" instead of "reindeer". This omission leads to confusion. The full pronunciation is "ˈreɪnˌdɪr" (US) or "ˈreɪnˌdɪə" (UK). Tip: Always include both syllables to convey the correct meaning.
- Mispronouncing the "d": Some learners may pronounce the "d" in "reindeer" too softly or as a "t", saying "rein-teer". The correct sound is a clear "d" as in "dog". Tip: Focus on the "d" sound to ensure clarity.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "reindeer" with "reign" or "deer". This can lead to miscommunication. The IPA for "reindeer" is "ˈreɪnˌdɪr" (US) and "ˈreɪnˌdɪə" (UK). Tip: Practice differentiating these words in sentences.