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savannah
Definition:
(nou) a port in eastern Georgia near the mouth of the Savannah river (nou) a river in South Carolina that flows southeast to the Atlantic (nou) a flat grassland in tropical or subtropical regions
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Seasonal rains and fires also shape the environment of the savannah.
During the day, the meerkats forage for food out in the open savannah.
It is often found in the savannah.
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Common mistakes of savannah pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "sa-'VAN-na." The correct pronunciation is "sə-ˈvænə," with the primary stress on the last syllable. Tip: Focus on the last syllable for correct emphasis.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: Many pronounce "savannah" with a long "a" sound, as in "sah-vah-nah." The correct pronunciation uses a short "a," as in "sə-ˈvænə." Tip: Practice saying "van" to get the right vowel sound.
- Overemphasizing the "h": Some people tend to overemphasize the "h" in "savannah," making it sound like "sah-vah-nah-h." The "h" is silent in this word. Tip: Just say "savanna" without adding an extra "h" sound.
- Omitting the schwa sound: Learners may skip the schwa sound in the first syllable, pronouncing it as "SAV-an-na." However, it should be pronounced as "sə-ˈvænə." Tip: Remember the unstressed "ə" sound at the beginning for a smoother flow.
- Confusing with similar words: Some mix up "savannah" with "savanna," pronouncing them the same. While they are similar, "savannah" is pronounced "sə-ˈvænə," while "savanna" is often said as "sə-ˈvænə." Tip: Pay attention to the context to differentiate between the two.