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How to pronounce:
anguish
Definition:
(nou) extreme mental distress (nou) extreme distress of body or mind
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈæŋɡwɪʃ
Examples:
The image is of a heroic figure suffering anguish and defeat.
The pain and anguish sent him into a depressing and numbness void.
In places where that happens, the anguish and suffering is greatly reduced.
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Common mistakes of anguish pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners stress the wrong syllable in "anguish". The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈæŋ.ɡwɪʃ/ in US and UK. Tip: Practice saying "AN-gwish" to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "anguish" with an "a" sound like in "cat". The correct sound is /æ/ as in "man". Tip: Focus on the "an" sound, ensuring it is pronounced as /æ/, not /æː/.
- Overlooking the "g" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "anguish" without clearly articulating the "g". The "g" should be pronounced as /ɡ/. Tip: Make sure to pronounce it clearly as "AN-gwish", not "AN-wish".
- Dropping the "h" sound: Some learners may omit the "h" sound in "anguish", leading to "anguis". The "h" should be pronounced softly. Tip: Remember to include the "h" sound, as in "AN-gwish", to maintain clarity.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "anguish" with "anguish" or "anguish". Each has distinct meanings and pronunciations. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the meanings and sounds, focusing on /ˈæŋ.ɡwɪʃ/ for "anguish".