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aerial
Definition:
(nou) a pass to a receiver downfield from the passer (nou) an electrical device that sends or receives radio or television signals
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈeəriəl
Examples:
The most common is the aerial shell.
The sun shines brightly on the aerial.
The Americans called for an aerial bombardment of the compound.
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Common mistakes of aerial pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "aer-IAL" instead of the correct "AER-ial" (/ˈɛr.i.əl/ in US and /ˈeə.ri.əl/ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "aerial" with a long "a" sound, saying "air-ee-al" instead of the correct "ɛr" sound. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Focus on the short "ɛ" sound in the first syllable.
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is dropping the middle syllable, resulting in "AR-uhl" or "AIR-l." This alters the word significantly. Tip: Practice saying all three syllables clearly: "AER-ial."
- Final syllable mispronunciation: Some learners may pronounce the last syllable like "eel" instead of "əl." The correct pronunciation is "aerial" with a schwa sound. Tip: Listen for the soft "əl" at the end.
- Overemphasis on "r": In some accents, the "r" in "aerial" may be overemphasized, making it sound unnatural. The correct pronunciation should be smooth. Tip: Keep the "r" subtle and blend it into the surrounding vowels.