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riesling
Definition:
(nou) white grape grown in Europe and California (nou) fragrant dry or sweet white wine from the Rhine valley or a similar wine from California
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Common mistakes of riesling pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "RIES-ling" instead of the correct "RIES-ling" (ˈriːz.lɪŋ). Tip: Remember that the stress is on the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "riesling" with a short "i" sound, saying "ris-ling." This is incorrect; the correct IPA pronunciation is "RIES-ling" (ˈriːz.lɪŋ). Tip: Focus on elongating the "ee" sound in the first syllable.
- Skipping the "s": A common mistake is to pronounce "riesling" as "ree-ling," omitting the "s" sound. The correct pronunciation includes the "s" as in "RIES-ling" (ˈriːz.lɪŋ). Tip: Practice saying the "s" clearly to avoid skipping it.
- Mispronouncing the "l": Some may pronounce "riesling" with a hard "l," sounding like "RIES-ling" with a strong emphasis. The correct pronunciation is softer, as in "RIES-ling" (ˈriːz.lɪŋ). Tip: Keep the "l" light and fluid in your speech.
- Confusing with similar words: People sometimes confuse "riesling" with other wine names like "chardonnay." "Riesling" (ˈriːz.lɪŋ) has distinct sounds. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the unique pronunciation to avoid mix-ups.