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salem
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(nou) capital of the state of Oregon in the northwestern part of the state on the Willamette River (nou) a city in northeastern Massachusetts; site of the witchcraft trials in 1692 (nou) a city in southern India
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Common mistakes of salem pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "sa-LEM" instead of "SA-lem". Tip: Remember that in "salem" (ˈseɪ.ləm), the first syllable is stressed.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many pronounce "salem" with a short "a" sound, saying "salem" as "sæləm". Tip: Use the long "a" sound as in "say" (ˈseɪ) to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "l": Some may pronounce "salem" with an exaggerated "l" sound, making it sound like "sa-lem" with a clear separation. Tip: Keep the "l" soft and smooth, blending it into the vowel sounds.
- Adding an extra vowel: A common mistake is inserting an extra vowel, resulting in "salem" pronounced as "sail-em". Tip: Focus on the correct syllable structure, which is two syllables: "SA-lem" (ˈseɪ.ləm).
- Ignoring regional accents: Learners may not recognize that "salem" can have different pronunciations in various English dialects. Tip: Be aware of regional variations, but focus on the standard pronunciation (ˈseɪ.ləm) for clarity.