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rottweiler

Definition:

(nou) German breed of large vigorous short-haired cattle dogs

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Common mistakes of rottweiler pronunciation

  1. Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "rott-WEIL-er". The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈrɒtˌvaɪlər/ (UK) and /ˈrɑtˌwaɪlər/ (US). Tip: Always emphasize the "rott" part.
  2. Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners may pronounce "rottweiler" with an incorrect vowel, saying "rott-wah-ler". The correct pronunciation includes the diphthong /aɪ/ in the second syllable. Tip: Practice the "wy" sound as in "my".
  3. Overemphasizing the "t": People often exaggerate the "t" in "rottweiler", making it sound like "rott-tweiler". The "t" should be soft and not overly pronounced. Tip: Focus on a smooth transition between the syllables.
  4. Skipping syllables: Some may say "rottler" instead of "rottweiler", omitting the second syllable. This changes the word entirely. Tip: Remember to pronounce each syllable clearly: "rott" + "wei" + "ler".
  5. Mispronouncing "wei": The "wei" in "rottweiler" is often mispronounced as "wee". The correct sound is /aɪ/, as in "my". Tip: Practice saying "why" to get the right vowel sound.

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How do you pronounce "rottweiler"?

The pronunciation of "rottweiler" in IPA is /ˈrɒtˌvaɪlər/ in UK English and /ˈrɑtˌwaɪlər/ in US English. The primary stress is on the first syllable, "rott," while the secondary stress falls on the second syllable, "wei."

What are the syllables in "rottweiler"?

"Rottweiler" has three syllables: "rott," "wei," and "ler." You can break it down as /ˈrɒt/ - /ˌvaɪ/ - /lər/ for UK or /ˈrɑt/ - /ˌwaɪ/ - /lər/ for US pronunciation.

Is there a schwa sound in "rottweiler"?

Yes, the final syllable "ler" in "rottweiler" contains a schwa sound, pronounced as /lər/. In both UK and US pronunciations, this syllable is less stressed and sounds softer than the other two syllables.

Are there common mistakes people make when pronouncing "rottweiler"?

Many people mistakenly pronounce "rottweiler" with equal stress on all syllables or mispronounce the "wei" as "wee." Remember that the correct pronunciation emphasizes the first syllable and has a diphthong in the second syllable, making it sound like "wy" rather than "wee."