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allowance
Definition:
(nou) an amount allowed or granted (as during a given period) (nou) a sum granted as reimbursement for expenses (nou) an amount added or deducted on the basis of qualifying circumstances (nou) a permissible difference; allowing some freedom to move within limits (nou) a reserve fund created by a charge against profits in order to provide for changes in the value of a company's assets (nou) the act of allowing
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈlaʊəns
Examples:
The volunteers took the army's uniform allowance in cash.
They were not allowed to dissipate the allowance like that.
They deadened the allowance.
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Common mistakes of allowance pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners put stress on the second syllable, saying "al-ˈlow-ance". This is incorrect. The correct stress is on the last syllable: "ə-ˈlaʊ-əns". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "ance" for clarity.
- Vowel confusion: Many pronounce "allowance" with a short "a" sound, saying "a-ˈlow-ance". The correct pronunciation starts with a schwa sound: "ə-ˈlaʊ-əns". Tip: Practice saying the initial sound as "uh" to avoid this mistake.
- Dropping the final sound: Some speakers omit the "s" in "allowance", pronouncing it as "ə-ˈlaʊ-ən". This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Ensure to articulate the "s" clearly at the end to complete the word.
- Incorrect vowel diphthong: Some learners say "allowance" with a single vowel sound, like "a-ˈlownce". The correct pronunciation includes a diphthong: "ə-ˈlaʊ-əns". Tip: Focus on blending the sounds in the second syllable for accuracy.
- Overemphasizing syllables: A common mistake is to overly stress the first syllable, saying "ˈal-lowance". This disrupts the natural flow. Tip: Keep the first syllable light, focusing on the stress in the last syllable instead.