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senegal

Definition:

(nou) a republic in northwestern Africa on the coast of the Atlantic; formerly a French colony but achieved independence in 1960

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Common mistakes of senegal pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "sen-ˈe-gal". The correct pronunciation is "ˈsɛn.ɪ.ɡəl" with the primary stress on the first syllable. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable to sound more natural.
Vowel sounds: Some people mispronounce "senegal" with a long "e" sound, saying "ˈsē-nə-gal". The accurate pronunciation uses a short "e" as in "bed": "ˈsɛn.ɪ.ɡəl". Tip: Practice saying "send" to help with the short "e" sound.
Ending sound: A common mistake is to pronounce the final "g" as a hard "g", resulting in "sen-ə-ˈgāll". The correct ending is a soft "g" sound, as in "go": "ˈsɛn.ɪ.ɡəl". Tip: Try saying "jungle" to get the soft "g" sound right.
Syllable division: Some learners may incorrectly divide the syllables as "sen-e-gal" instead of "sen-ɪ-gal". The correct division has three syllables with the second syllable having a short "i" sound. Tip: Clap your hands for each syllable to help with the correct division.
Overemphasis on vowels: A mistake is overemphasizing the vowels, leading to a drawn-out pronunciation like "sɛn-ɪ-ˈgā-l". The correct pronunciation should be smoother and more concise: "ˈsɛn.ɪ.ɡəl". Tip: Practice saying the word quickly to maintain the flow.

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How do you pronounce "senegal" correctly?

You pronounce "senegal" as /ˈsɛn.ɪ.ɡɔːl/ in American English and /ˈsɛn.ɪ.ɡəl/ in British English. The primary stress is on the first syllable, "sen."

What are the syllables in the word "senegal"?

The word "senegal" has three syllables: "sen," "i," and "gal." You can break it down as /ˈsɛn.ɪ.ɡɔːl/ or /ˈsɛn.ɪ.ɡəl/, depending on the accent.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "senegal"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress; remember to stress the first syllable, "sen." Additionally, some might pronounce the last syllable as "gal," while it can sound more like "gəl" in British English.

Is there a schwa sound in "senegal"?

Yes, there is a schwa sound in the British pronunciation of "senegal." The last syllable can sound like "gəl," where the "a" is pronounced as a schwa /ə/.