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air
Definition:
(nou) a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of (nou) the region above the ground (nou) a distinctive but intangible quality surrounding a person or thing (nou) a slight wind (usually refreshing) (nou) the mass of air surrounding the Earth (nou) once thought to be one of four elements composing the universe (Empedocles) (nou) a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence (nou) medium for radio and television broadcasting (nou) travel via aircraft
Phonetic Transcription:
eə
Examples:
There are large intercellular air spaces.
Abby intentionally releases the gas into the air.
She intentionally releases the gas into the air.
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Common mistakes of air pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "air" as "are" /ɑːr/ instead of using the correct diphthong /ɛə/. Tip: Focus on blending the sounds to create the "air" sound.
- Ignoring the "r" sound: In some accents, the "r" in "air" is not pronounced clearly, leading to a sound like "eh" /ɛ/. Tip: Practice emphasizing the "r" to ensure clarity in your pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the vowel: Some people may stretch the vowel sound in "air," making it sound like "aaair" /eə/. Tip: Keep the vowel sound short and smooth to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Confusing "air" with "ear": Learners might mix up "air" with "ear" /ɪr/, leading to miscommunication. Tip: Pay attention to the starting vowel sound; "air" begins with an open "a" sound.
- Using a flat intonation: Pronouncing "air" with a monotone voice can make it sound less natural. Tip: Add some intonation to your speech to make the word sound more engaging and authentic.