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salon
Definition:
(nou) gallery where works of art can be displayed (nou) a shop where hairdressers and beauticians work (nou) elegant sitting room where guests are received
Examples:
In the salon, they silently assembled around the piano.
At one time, the venue also included a hairdressing salon.
I went to the hair salon to trim my hair.
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Common mistakes of salon pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "sa-LON" instead of the correct "SAL-on" (ˈsæl.ɒn in UK, ˈsæl.ən in US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce the "a" in "salon" as "ah" or "ay," leading to "sah-lon" or "say-lon." The correct pronunciation uses a short "a" sound (ˈsæl). Tip: Practice saying "cat" to get the right "a" sound.
- Silent "t": Learners often mistakenly pronounce the "t" at the end, saying "salont." The correct pronunciation ends with a soft "n" sound (ˈsæl.ɒn). Tip: Focus on the "n" sound to avoid adding an extra consonant.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some may overly elongate the vowels, resulting in "sah-lawn." The correct pronunciation features short vowels (ˈsæl.ɒn in UK, ˈsæl.ən in US). Tip: Keep your vowels brief and clear for accuracy.
- Regional variations: In some regions, "salon" may be pronounced with a different vowel sound, leading to confusion. For instance, "sah-lawn" is common in certain dialects. Tip: Listen to native speakers to familiarize yourself with the correct sounds.