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unicorn
Definition:
(nou) an imaginary creature represented as a white horse with a long horn growing from its forehead
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈjuːnɪkɔːn
Examples:
The emblem of the town is a unicorn.
The mascot of the festival is a unicorn.
The unicorn was so beautiful, but it was impalpable.
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Common mistakes of unicorn pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "u-NI-corn" /juˈnɪkɔrn/ (US) or /ˈjuːnɪkɔːn/ (UK). This can confuse listeners. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "UN-icorn".
- Vowel sound confusion: The first vowel in "unicorn" can be mispronounced as "u" /juː/ instead of /ʌ/. This leads to saying "YOO-ni-corn". Tip: Practice the short "u" sound, like in "cup".
- Incorrect ending sound: Some might pronounce "unicorn" with a hard "t" at the end, saying "unicornT". The correct pronunciation ends softly with "corn". Tip: Focus on the "n" sound at the end: "unicorn".
- Skipping the "i" sound: A common mistake is to say "unicorn" as "unicorn" /juˈkɔrn/, omitting the "i" sound. This leads to unclear speech. Tip: Make sure to clearly pronounce the "i" in the second syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "c": Some may pronounce "unicorn" with a strong "c" sound, saying "uni-CORN". This can distort the word. Tip: Keep the "c" softer, blending it with the following "o": "unicorn".