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    Say It Right! contains a list of commonly mispronounced words with correct audio pronunciations and definitions in a Singaporean voice. Learn how to pronounce words like liaise, siphon, esplanade, almond, library.
 
    
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                                Salmon
                            
                        
                            Definition: A fish whose pink flesh is valued as food Example: May I have a grilled salmon?  
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                                Sample
                            
                        
                            Definition: A small amount of something that indicates what the rest is like Example: They were handing out samples of their ice-cream for people to taste.  
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                                Sandwich
                            
                        
                            Definition: Two slices of bread with some cold food between them Example: I will have a cheese sandwich for lunch.  
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                                Schedule
                            
                        
                            Definitions: 
 NOUN
 
 
    - A plan that lists the intended tasks, events, and times needed to achieve something
- A written list showing the time at which certain events are planned to take place
 VERB
 
    - Arrange or plan for something to happen or for someone to do something
- Include a building in a list for legal preservation or protection
 Example: Our trains follow a fixed schedule.  
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                                Seat Belt
                            
                        
                            Definition: A belt or strap in an automobile, airplane, etc., fastened around or sometimes diagonally across the midsection to keep the person safely secured, as during a sudden stop. Example: Please ensure that your seat belt is securely fastened.  
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                                Secretary
                            
                        
                            Definition: A person who works in an office and writes letters, arranges meetings, and answers the telephone Example: My secretary handles all my appointments.  
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                                Separate
                            
                        
                            Definition: To divide things and make them no longer mixed together Example: She keeps her personal and professional lives separate.  
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                                Sherbet
                            
                        
                            Definition: A cooling, sweet fruit drink Example: I prefer sherbet to ice cream.  
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                                Shove
                            
                        
                            Definition: To push forcefully Example: It is impolite to shove other passengers on the train.  
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                                Singapore
                            
                        
                            Definitions:  
    - A small island-state in South-East Asia just south of the Malay Peninsular
- An independent republic comprising this island and a few adjacent islets: member of the Commonwealth of Nations
 Example: Singapore is well-known as the Garden City.  
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                                Siphon
                            
                        
                            Definition: A tube bent so that it can transfer liquid from one container to another Example: We need to siphon off all the water.  
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                                Six
                            
                        
                            Definition: A number, one more than five Example: We reserved a table for six.  
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                                Society
                            
                        
                            Definition: A large group of people who live together and often do things together Example: We must help build a compassionate society.  
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                                Soften
                            
                        
                            Definition: To make soft or softer Example: This shampoo will help to soften your hair.  
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                                Sorbet
                            
                        
                            Definition: A frozen food made from fruit juice and sugar Example: The strawberry sorbet was very refreshing.  
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                                Southern
                            
                        
                            Definition: Situated in the south or facing towards the south Example: We are exploring the southern part of this island.  
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                                Specific
                            
                        
                            Definition: Connected with one thing and not others. Example: Do you have any specific requests?  
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                                Statistics
                            
                        
                            Definition: A collection of numerical data that help you to understand a situation Example: She backed up her argument with compelling statistics.  
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                                Struggle
                            
                        
                            Definition: To try hard to achieve something Example: It is a struggle to make ends meet.  
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                                Subtle
                            
                        
                            Definition: Cleverly achieving an effect in a way that is not immediately obvious or apparent. Example: She decided to be subtle instead of obvious.  
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                                Success
                            
                        
                            Definition: The achievement of desired results. Example: The show was a success.  
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                                Suite
                            
                        
                            Definition: A set of rooms, especially in a hotel Example: We booked a hotel suite for our honeymoon.  
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                                Sword
                            
                        
                            Definition: A weapon having a long metal blade Example: He won the military sword of honour.