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turquoise
Definition:
(nou) a blue to grey green mineral consisting of copper aluminum phosphate (nou) a shade of blue tinged with green
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtɜːkwɔɪz
Examples:
The turquoise was used in necklaces and to be placed in earrings.
Most of the tail is turquoise blue.
The color is based on the gem turquoise.
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Common mistakes of turquoise pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners place the stress incorrectly, saying "turquoise" as /ˈtɜrkwɔɪz/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Remember the primary stress is on the first syllable, /ˈtɜr/.
- Overpronouncing the "qu": Some people overemphasize the "qu" sound, saying "turquoise" like /tʊrˈkɔɪz/. Tip: Keep the "qu" sound smooth and blend it into the following vowel sound.
- Ignoring the "oise" ending: A common mistake is to pronounce "turquoise" without the correct ending, such as /ˈtɜrkwɔs/. Tip: Make sure to articulate the "oise" as /wɑɪz/ to sound natural.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners sometimes mispronounce the vowel sounds, saying "turquoise" as /ˈtʊrkɔɪz/. Tip: Focus on using the correct vowel sounds like /ɜr/ in the first syllable and /wɑɪz/ in the second.
- Skipping the "r": Some might say "turquoise" with a silent "r," like /ˈtʌkɔɪz/. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "r" clearly in the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.