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worcester
Definition:
(nou) United States lexicographer who was accused of plagiarism by Noah Webster (1784-1865) (nou) an industrial and university city in central Massachusetts to the west of Boston (nou) a cathedral city in west central England on the River Severn
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Born robert thomas francis in worcester in 1983.
It was the providence worcester railroad and was posted for sale in Thompson.
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Common mistakes of worcester pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "WOR-cester" /ˈwʊr.sɪ.stər/. The correct stress is on the second syllable, pronounced as "wus-ter" /ˈwʊs.tər/. Tip: Focus on the second syllable for proper emphasis.
- Overpronouncing vowels: Some people overpronounce the vowels in "Worcester," saying "WOR-cest-er" /ˈwɔːr.kɛs.tər/. The correct pronunciation has a reduced vowel sound, making it sound like "wus-ter." Tip: Use a softer vowel sound in the first syllable.
- Adding extra syllables: A common mistake is adding an extra syllable, resulting in "Wor-cest-er" /ˈwɔːr.kɛs.tər/. The correct pronunciation is two syllables: "wus-ter" /ˈwʊs.tər/. Tip: Practice saying it quickly to avoid adding syllables.
- Confusing "worcester" with similar words: Learners might confuse "Worcester" with "worcestershire" /ˈwʊs.təʃ.ər/, leading to mispronunciation. Remember that "Worcester" is simpler, pronounced as "wus-ter." Tip: Break it down into two clear syllables.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce it as "WOR-cester" /ˈwɔːr.sɪ.stər/, using the wrong vowel sound. The correct pronunciation uses a short "u" sound, resulting in "wus-ter" /ˈwʊs.tər/. Tip: Listen to native speakers for the correct vowel sound.