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anger
Definition:
(nou) a strong emotion; a feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance (nou) the state of being angry (nou) belligerence aroused by a real or supposed wrong (personified as one of the deadly sins)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈæŋɡə
Examples:
The feeling of anger overtook the sense of appreciation.
As with any emotion, the display of anger can be feigned or exaggerated.
After the conversation, feeling of anger has emerged.
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Common mistakes of anger pronunciation
- Vowel confusion: Some learners may pronounce "anger" as /ˈæŋɡər/ in US English, using a short "a" sound. Tip: Focus on the "a" as in "cat" to achieve the correct sound, /ˈeɪŋɡə/ in UK English.
- Silent "g": A common mistake is to pronounce the "g" in "anger" as silent, saying /ˈænər/. Tip: Remember that the "g" is pronounced, contributing to the /ŋɡ/ sound.
- Stress placement: Misplacing stress can lead to confusion. Some might say "anger" with stress on the second syllable, resulting in /ˌænˈɡər/. Tip: Always stress the first syllable, /ˈæŋ/, to sound natural.
- Ending sound: Some speakers may drop the "er" ending, saying /ˈæŋɡ/. Tip: Ensure to articulate the full ending, /ɚ/ in US English and /ə/ in UK English, for clarity.
- Overemphasizing "r": Non-native speakers might overly roll the "r" in "anger," pronouncing it as /ˈæŋɡər/. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and subtle, particularly in American English, to maintain a smooth flow.