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tangerine
Definition:
(nou) a variety of mandarin orange (nou) any of various deep orange mandarins grown in the United States and southern Africa (nou) a reddish to vivid orange color
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌtændʒəˈriːn
Examples:
I like an orange more than a tangerine.
Though we used tangerine, any citrus zest could be substituted.
It is a yellowish tint of the color tangerine.
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Common mistakes of tangerine pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "tan-ge-ˈreen" instead of the correct "ˈtan-ge-reen". Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce the "a" in "tangerine" as a short "a" sound, saying "tang-er-ˈeen". The correct pronunciation uses a more open "a" sound, as in "tan". Tip: Practice saying "tan" to get the vowel right.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners sometimes shorten the "e" in the last syllable, pronouncing it as "tanger-ˈin". The correct form has a clear "een" sound, as in "green". Tip: Emphasize the "een" to avoid this mistake.
- Overemphasizing consonants: Some may overly stress the "g" in "tangerine", leading to "tan-ˈger-een". The correct pronunciation has a softer "g" sound. Tip: Keep the "g" subtle to maintain a smooth flow.
- Ignoring syllable separation: A common error is blending the syllables, resulting in "tan-gereen". Each syllable should be distinct: "tan-ge-reen". Tip: Practice breaking the word into three clear parts to improve clarity.