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toucan
Definition:
(nou) brilliantly colored arboreal fruit-eating bird of tropical America having a very large thin-walled beak
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The only species of toucan that surpasses it in size is the Toco Toucan.
It is the only mountain toucan with a white throat.
The legs of a toucan are strong and rather short.
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Common mistakes of toucan pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "tou-CAN" instead of the correct "TOU-can" (ˈtuː.kən). Tip: Remember that the first syllable "TOU" is stressed.
- Ignoring the vowel sound: Many pronounce "toucan" with a short "u" sound, saying "tuh-can." The correct pronunciation includes a long "u" sound, as in "too" (ˈtuː.kən). Tip: Practice saying "too" to get the vowel sound right.
- Overemphasizing the "c": Some speakers pronounce the "c" too harshly, resulting in "tou-CAN" with a strong "k" sound. The "c" should be softer, almost blending into the vowel. Tip: Focus on the smooth transition from "tou" to "can."
- Skipping the second syllable: A common mistake is to pronounce "toucan" as a single syllable, "TOO-can." This omits the important second syllable. Tip: Break the word into two parts: "TOU" and "can" for clarity.
- Mispronouncing the "n": Some may pronounce the "n" at the end of "toucan" as "m," saying "toucam." The correct pronunciation ends with a clear "n" sound (ˈtuː.kən). Tip: Ensure your tongue touches the roof of your mouth for the "n" sound.