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willamette
Definition:
(nou) a river in western Oregon that flows north into the Columbia River near Portland
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Common mistakes of willamette pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable in "willamette" as /ˌwɪl.əˈmɛt/. The correct stress is on the last syllable: /ˌwɪl.əˈmɛt/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the final syllable to sound more natural.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "willamette" with an "a" sound like in "cat" (/æ/). The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound in the first syllable: /ˈwɪl.ə.mɛt/. Tip: Practice saying "will" with a short, unstressed "a" sound.
- Overemphasizing the "t": A common mistake is to pronounce the "t" in "willamette" too strongly, making it sound like /ˈwɪl.əˌmɛt/. The correct pronunciation softens the "t": /ˈwɪl.ə.mɛt/. Tip: Think of the "t" as a light touch at the end.
- Ignoring the syllable break: Some speakers blend the syllables, saying "willamette" as one fluid word. The correct pronunciation clearly separates the syllables: /ˈwɪl.əˌmɛt/. Tip: Pause slightly between syllables to improve clarity.
- Confusing with similar words: People often confuse "willamette" with "William" or other similar-sounding words. The distinct pronunciation is key: /ˈwɪl.əˌmɛt/. Tip: Listen to native speakers to distinguish the differences in sound.