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shallot
Definition:
(nou) aggregate bulb of the multiplier onion (nou) type of onion plant producing small clustered mild-flavored bulbs used as seasoning (nou) small mild-flavored onion-like or garlic-like clustered bulbs used for seasoning
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You should slice the garlic and shallot thinly.
Slice the garlic and shallot thinly.
The of the shallot and the scallion derives from the name of this ancient city.
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Common mistakes of shallot pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "sha-LOTT" instead of "SHAL-lot". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, noted as /ˈʃæl.ət/ in US and UK pronunciation.
- Omitting the second syllable: A common mistake is to pronounce "shallot" as "SHAL", dropping the second syllable entirely. Tip: Ensure to pronounce both syllables clearly, as in /ˈʃæl.ət/, to avoid confusion.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some may mispronounce the "a" in "shallot" as in "cat" instead of the correct sound. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound, as in /ˈʃæl/, to maintain proper pronunciation.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners sometimes lengthen the "a" sound, saying "shaa-lot". This is incorrect. Tip: Keep the "a" short and crisp, as in /ˈʃæl.ət/, to sound more natural.
- Mispronouncing the final "t": Some may pronounce the final "t" too softly or omit it, saying "shallo". Tip: Make sure to articulate the "t" clearly, as in /ˈʃæl.ət/, for proper pronunciation.