Wanyakayi
Catfish
Part of speech:
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Pronunciation Guide:
Say: warny-ahk-aiy-yi
Pronunciation Notes:
Vowels: Standard 'a' as in 'path' (2nd 'a'), 'i' as in 'kin', Variation:when 'a' follows a 'w' and is followed by an 'ny' it is pronounced 'a' as in 'war' (1st 'a'), when 'a' is followed by 'y' and another vowel, eg 'i', it is pronounced 'aiy' or 'i' as in 'ice'.
Consonant combination - 'ny' (palato-nasal) combine 'n' and 'y' while top of tongue touches hard palate plus nasal vibration.  (Avoid the English 'ny' or 'nee' as in 'many')
Categories:
Aquatic, Animals, Fish

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