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viola
Definition:
(nou) any of the numerous plants of the genus Viola (nou) large genus of flowering herbs of temperate regions (nou) a bowed stringed instrument slightly larger than a violin, tuned a fifth lower
Phonetic Transcription:
vɪˈəʊlə
Examples:
It was the violin, not the viola.
The viola is the tenor voice in the violin family.
Then, in 1978 the second violin and viola left the group.
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Common mistakes of viola pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many say "viola" with the stress on the second syllable as "vi-O-la" [ˌvaɪˈoʊlə]. In English, the stress should be on the first syllable: "VI-ola" [ˈvaɪələ]. Tip: Practice emphasizing the first syllable to correct this.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: Some pronounce "viola" with a long "o" sound, like "vee-O-la". The correct pronunciation in US English has a schwa sound in the second syllable: [ˈvaɪələ]. Tip: Focus on the "a" sounding like "uh" in the second syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "v": A common mistake is to make the "v" sound too strong, leading to "VEE-ola." The "v" in "viola" should be pronounced normally, not overly stressed: [ˈvaɪələ]. Tip: Keep your "v" light and smooth to sound more natural.
- Ignoring the "a" sound: Some speakers drop the "a" entirely, saying "vi-ol" instead of "viola." This changes the word's meaning and clarity. The correct pronunciation includes the "a" sound: [ˈvaɪələ]. Tip: Ensure you articulate the final "a" clearly.
- Confusing with "violin": People often mix "viola" with "violin," pronouncing it similarly. "Viola" has a different sound profile and stress pattern. The correct pronunciation is [ˈvaɪələ]. Tip: Remember that "viola" has a distinct first syllable stress to differentiate it from "violin."