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valkyrie
Definition:
(nou) one of the maidens of Odin who chose heroes to be slain in battle and conducted them to Valhalla
Examples:
Became a valkyrie in the third book.
A valkyrie is a figure in Norse mythology.
The female figure is identified as a valkyrie.
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Common mistakes of valkyrie pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some people incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "val-KY-ree". The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈvæl.kɪ.ri/ (US), /ˈvɑːl.kɪ.ri/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the "val" part to emphasize it correctly.
- Omitting the "k" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "valkyrie" without the "k", saying "val-ree". This leads to a loss of clarity. The correct pronunciation includes the "k": /ˈvæl.kɪ.ri/ (US), /ˈvɑːl.kɪ.ri/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying the "k" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners mispronounce the "a" in "valkyrie", saying it like "val-kai-ree". The proper vowel sound is short, as in "cat": /ˈvæl.kɪ.ri/ (US), /ˈvɑːl.kɪ.ri/ (UK). Tip: Listen for the short "a" sound to improve accuracy.
- Confusing the "i" sound: The "i" in "valkyrie" is often mispronounced as a long "ee" sound, resulting in "val-kee-ree". The correct sound is a short "i": /ˈvæl.kɪ.ri/ (US), /ˈvɑːl.kɪ.ri/ (UK). Tip: Emphasize the "i" as in "bit" to correct this mistake.
- Ignoring syllable separation: Some speakers run the syllables together, saying "valkiree". Each syllable should be distinct: /ˈvæl.kɪ.ri/ (US), /ˈvɑːl.kɪ.ri/ (UK). Tip: Practice pausing slightly between syllables to enhance clarity.