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yak
Definition:
(nou) noisy talk (nou) large long-haired wild ox of Tibet often domesticated
Examples:
Yak yak, this page now has a talk page.
Chhurpi is made from the milk of a yak or chauri a hybrid of yak and cattle .
Dakh yak is a town in northern Tajikistan.
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Common mistakes of yak pronunciation
- Vowel confusion: Some learners may pronounce "yak" with an incorrect vowel sound, like "yeck" [jɛk]. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound [æ] in "yak" [jæk] for accurate pronunciation.
- Consonant blending: People might blend the "y" and "a" sounds, making it sound like "yak" [jæk] becomes "jak" [dʒæk]. Tip: Clearly separate the "y" [j] and "a" [æ] sounds to avoid confusion.
- Stress misplacement: Incorrectly stressing the second syllable can lead to saying "yak" as if it has two syllables. Tip: Remember "yak" is a single-syllable word, so place stress on the first and only syllable: [jæk].
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some might add an extra "k" sound, saying "yak" as "yakk." Tip: Ensure you pronounce "yak" with a clean ending [k] without unnecessary repetition.
- Regional variations: In some accents, "yak" may sound like "yack" [jæk] or "yok" [joʊk]. Tip: Listen to native speakers to understand and adopt the correct pronunciation in your region.