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How to pronounce:
aching
Definition:
(nou) a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain
Phonetic Transcription:
eɪkɪŋ
Examples:
The sauna soothes sore and aching muscles.
The pain may be dull, aching, or throbbing.
Even though her heart was aching of sadness and pain.
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Common mistakes of aching pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "aching" with a short "a" as in "cat" (/æ/), instead of the correct long "a" sound (/eɪ/). Tip: Focus on the "ay" sound to achieve clarity.
- Ignoring the "ch" sound: People often pronounce "aching" with a hard "k" sound instead of the soft "ch" (/tʃ/). This leads to confusion with words like "caking." Tip: Remember that "ch" in "aching" sounds like "ch" in "chair."
- Overemphasizing the final "g": Some learners pronounce the "g" at the end of "aching" too strongly, making it sound like "achingg." The correct pronunciation ends with a soft "g" (/ɪŋ/). Tip: Keep the final sound light and smooth.
- Incorrect stress placement: Many non-native speakers place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "a-CHING" instead of the correct "A-ching" (/ˈeɪ.tʃɪŋ/ in US and UK). Tip: Emphasize the first syllable to ensure proper pronunciation.
- Confusing with "achingly": Some might confuse "aching" with its adverb form "achingly," mispronouncing it as "a-CHING-ly." The correct pronunciation keeps the stress on the first syllable. Tip: Practice separating the two forms to avoid mix-ups.