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roses
Definition:
(nou) any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses (nou) pinkish table wine from red grapes whose skins were removed after fermentation began (nou) a dusty pink color
Phonetic Transcription:
rəʊz
Examples:
The flower shop has innumerable varieties of roses.
The flowers are of average size for roses of the miniature category.
The twig and the leaves are shown green and the roses red.
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Common mistakes of roses pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ro-ZES" instead of the correct "RO-ziz" (US: /ˈroʊ.zɪz/, UK: /ˈrəʊ.zɪz/). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable when pronouncing "roses."
- Omitting the final sound: It's common to drop the "s" sound at the end, saying "rose" instead of "roses." This changes the meaning. Tip: Make sure to clearly pronounce both "s" sounds in "roses" for clarity.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "roses" with an incorrect vowel sound, like "rah-zes." This is not standard. Tip: Focus on the short "o" sound as in "go" for the first syllable in "roses."
- Incorrect pluralization: A mistake is to say "roses" as if it were a single flower, like "rose." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Always use the plural form "roses" when referring to more than one flower.
- Mispronouncing the "z" sound: Some might pronounce the "z" in "roses" like an "s," saying "ro-ses." This alters the word's sound. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "z" clearly, as in "zebra," to maintain the correct pronunciation of "roses."