Wanyakayi
Catfish
Part of speech:
(N)
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Notes:
(Note: 3 different 'a' sounds in this word) (CC flickr image with thanks from Bahudhara)
Usage:
Pronunciation Guide:
Say: warny-yah-kaiy-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' (3rd 'a')
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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