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angel

Definition:

(nou) spiritual being attendant upon God (nou) person of exceptional holiness (nou) invests in a theatrical production (nou) the highest waterfall; has more than one leap; flow varies seasonally

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈeɪndʒəl

Examples:

The angel retired ashamed and reported the occurrence to God.

Cherubic is angel like.

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Common mistakes of angel pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "an-GEL" instead of the correct pronunciation "ˈeɪn.dʒəl". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the "a" as in "cat" instead of the correct "eɪ" as in "face". Tip: Focus on producing the long "a" sound, as in "day".
Overemphasizing the "g": Some may pronounce "angel" with a hard "g" sound, creating "an-gel". The correct pronunciation is "ˈeɪn.dʒəl", where "g" is soft. Tip: Practice saying "j" as in "jam" to achieve the right sound.
Dropping the "l": A frequent error is omitting the "l" at the end, leading to "an-gee". The correct pronunciation is "ˈeɪn.dʒəl". Tip: Make sure to articulate the "l" clearly, as it is essential to the word.
Confusing with "angle": Some learners mix up "angel" with "angle", pronouncing them similarly. "Angel" is pronounced "ˈeɪn.dʒəl", while "angle" is "ˈæŋ.ɡəl". Tip: Practice saying both words separately to distinguish their sounds.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "angel" in American English?

In American English, "angel" is pronounced as /ˈeɪn.dʒəl/. The primary stress is on the first syllable, where the "a" sounds like "ay" in "day."

What is the British pronunciation of "angel"?

In British English, "angel" is pronounced the same way as in American English: /ˈeɪn.dʒəl/. The stress and vowel sounds remain consistent across both dialects.

Does "angel" have a schwa sound in its pronunciation?

Yes, "angel" contains a schwa sound in the second syllable, represented as /ˈeɪn.dʒəl/. The "e" in the second syllable is pronounced softly, making it sound less emphasized.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "angel"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, such as saying /ˌeɪnˈdʒel/, which places emphasis on the second syllable. It's important to keep the stress on the first syllable to sound correct.