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rwanda
Definition:
(nou) a landlocked republic in central Africa; formerly a German colony
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Common mistakes of rwanda pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many people pronounce "rwanda" with an "a" as in "cat" /æ/, instead of the correct /wɑːn.də/ in UK or /wɑːn.də/ in US. Tip: Focus on the "wan" part, making the "a" sound more like "ah."
- Misplaced stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "rwan-DA" instead of the correct stress on the first syllable, "RWAN-da" /ˈrwanda/. Tip: Emphasize the "RWAN" part clearly when speaking.
- Overemphasis on the "r": English speakers might pronounce the initial "r" too strongly, leading to a harsh sound. The correct pronunciation is softer, /r/, as in "red." Tip: Lightly touch the "r" without forcing it.
- Dropping the second syllable: Some may shorten "rwanda" to "rwan," omitting the second syllable entirely. The full pronunciation is important, /wɑːn.də/. Tip: Always pronounce both syllables for clarity.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "rwanda" with "wand" or "wonder," leading to mispronunciation. Remember, "rwanda" has a distinct two-syllable structure. Tip: Practice saying "rwanda" slowly to differentiate it.