Pascagoula is a proper noun referring to a city in Mississippi, known for its port and historic significance. It is pronounced with a multi-syllabic, slightly stressed first syllable, and features a sequence of consonants and vowels that can challenge non-native speakers. The word blends an initial /pæs-/ and a final /ˈɡoʊlə/ or /-ɡlə/ pronunciation, depending on regional speech patterns.
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