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sedan
Definition:
(nou) a car that is closed and that has front and rear seats and two or four doors (nou) a closed litter for one passenger
Examples:
The sedan was also notable for its rather commodious trunk.
It had the same dashboard than the hatchback, with the sedan front end.
The Aries was replaced by the Spirit, with the sedan only being sold for 1989.
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Common mistakes of sedan pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "se-DAN" instead of the correct "SED-an" (/ˈsɪd.æn/ in US, /sɪˈdɑːn/ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common error is pronouncing the first vowel as "e" in "bed" instead of the correct short "i" sound as in "sit" (/ˈsɪd.æn/). Tip: Practice saying "sit" to get the right sound.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Some speakers may overpronounce the "d" in "sedan," making it sound like "suh-DAN." This can lead to confusion. Tip: Keep the "d" soft and quick, blending it smoothly with the vowels.
- Ignoring the final "n": Learners sometimes drop the "n" sound at the end, saying "se-Da" instead of "sedan." This alters the word's clarity. Tip: Always pronounce the final "n" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Mixing up regional pronunciations: Some may confuse the US and UK pronunciations, using the UK version when speaking American English. The UK version has a longer "a" sound (/sɪˈdɑːn/). Tip: Familiarize yourself with both pronunciations to use them appropriately based on the audience.