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How to pronounce:
saffron
Definition:
(nou) Old World crocus having purple or white flowers with aromatic pungent orange stigmas used in flavoring food (nou) dried pungent stigmas of the Old World saffron crocus (nou) a shade of yellow tinged with orange
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsæfrən
Examples:
The problem is not only with the saffron.
What is saffron used for
The color of the Royal Flag is saffron.
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Common mistakes of saffron pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Some learners place stress incorrectly, saying "saffron" as /ˈsæf.rən/ instead of the correct /ˈsæf.rɒn/ in UK English or /ˈsæf.rən/ in US English. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in the second syllable can be confusing. Some pronounce it as "ron" with a long "o" sound. The correct pronunciation is with a short "o" sound, as in /ˈsæf.rɒn/. Tip: Focus on the "a" sound in "saffron" to maintain clarity.
- Overemphasis on consonants: Some speakers might overemphasize the "f" sound, making it sound too harsh. The correct pronunciation is smoother: /ˈsæf.rɒn/ (UK) or /ˈsæf.rən/ (US). Tip: Keep the "f" sound soft and fluid.
- Dropping syllables: A common mistake is to drop the second syllable, pronouncing it as "saf" instead of "saffron." This alters the word entirely. Tip: Practice saying both syllables clearly to avoid this error.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some may incorrectly pronounce the final "n" as a nasal sound, leading to "saffron" sounding like "saffrom." The correct ending is a clear "n" sound, as in /ˈsæf.rɒn/ (UK) or /ˈsæf.rən/ (US). Tip: Pay attention to the final "n" to ensure proper pronunciation.