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tortilla
Definition:
(nou) thin unleavened pancake made from cornmeal or wheat flour
Phonetic Transcription:
tɔːˈtiːjə
Examples:
The flour tortilla has different origins than the traditional corn tortilla.
It is similar to the tortilla in appearance.
The tortilla is soft and plyable.
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Common mistakes of tortilla pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "tor-ˈti-lla". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "tor-ˈtɪl-ə". Tip: Remember to emphasize "till" when pronouncing "tortilla".
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some learners pronounce the "r" in "tortilla" too strongly, like in "tortilla". In English, it should be softer, as in "tɔːr-ˈtɪl-ə". Tip: Keep the "r" light and smooth to sound more natural.
- Ignoring the "i" vowel: A common mistake is to reduce the "i" in "tortilla" to a schwa, resulting in "tor-ˈtə-lla". The correct pronunciation includes a clear "i": "tɔːr-ˈtɪl-ə". Tip: Focus on pronouncing the "i" as in "bit".
- Skipping the "a" sound: Some speakers pronounce "tortilla" without a clear "a" at the end, sounding like "tor-ˈtɪl". The correct form includes the "a": "tɔːr-ˈtɪl-ə". Tip: Ensure you finish with a soft "a" to complete the word.
- Confusing with "tortilla chip": When referring to "tortilla", some mistakenly stress the first syllable, saying "ˈtortilla". The stress should remain on the third syllable as in "tɔːr-ˈtɪl-ə". Tip: Keep the focus on the last part of the word for accuracy.