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<\/p>\nRESIDENTS of a picturesque seaside town say visitors drive them crazy with the same mistake.<\/p>\n
Locals in Teignmouth, Devon, are blessed with golden sands, historic architecture, \u00a0transport\u00a0links and scenic views nearby.<\/p>\n
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And while inhabitants of the 15,000 strong resort town are known for being kind and friendly, they say that there is one thing tourists do that gets on their nerves.<\/p>\n
Some have expressed frustration at visitors' consistent struggle\u00a0to correctly pronounce the name of their beloved home.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Northerners might be inclined to pronounce it as "tine-muhth", akin to Tynemouth, the renowned beach town on Newcastle's coast.<\/p>\n
On the other hand, those in the south may argue for a pronunciation closer to "tane-mouth", in line with its spelling.<\/p>\n
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However, both camps would be mistaken, as the locals have settled on a unique pronunciation: "Tin-muth", reports the\u00a0Express.<\/p>\n
The name Teignmouth translates to "mouth of the stream" from its original moniker, Tengemua.<\/p>\n
Teignmouth's appeal as a top tourist spot is further enhanced by its diverse local environment. <\/p>\n
The town's scenic seaside is complemented by lush countryside and verdant greenery, offering visitors a unique blend of natural beauty.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Tourists can also take a leisurely stroll through the stunning town streets, adorned with a delightful mix of Georgian buildings and even the occasional palm tree. <\/p>\n The charming town is known for its diverse city streets and vibrantly painted homes.<\/p>\n Teignmouth is one of several in Devon that is frequently mispronounced thanks to its similarity to another seaside town and tricky spelling.<\/p>\n Visitors can also see the sights nearby, walking around the Coombe Valley local nature reserve or RSPB Labrador Bay slightly further along the coast.<\/p>\n It comes after residents of another small village revealed the chaos that comes with living\u00a0next\u00a0to the site of one of the UK's most popular festivals – Boardmasters.<\/p>\n Locals of Porth,\u00a0Cornwall, see up to 50,000 tourists flock to the area to enjoy five days of sun,\u00a0surfing\u00a0and live music every year.<\/p>\n And locals of a picturesque seaside town loved by\u00a0Prince William\u00a0and Princess Kate told how their area is also being ruined by tourists.<\/p>\n Locals in Anglesey,\u00a0Wales, say visitors are\u00a0making their lives hell by clogging up the roads.<\/p>\n It was recently a filming location for the\u00a0House of the Dragon\u00a0– and the\u00a0Prince\u00a0and\u00a0Princess of Wales\u00a0famously had a home close by in Bodorgan.<\/p>\n But its popularity has been causing havoc for residents in Newborough – as tourists must drive through to reach Ynys Llanddwyn.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/dk-comp-page1-waiting.jpg\")
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