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annals

Definition:

(nou) reports of the work of a society or learned body etc (nou) a chronological account of events in successive years

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈænəlz

Examples:

They appeared in the historical annals at the beginning of the 14th century.

The family appears in the historical annals beginning in the 15th century.

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Common mistakes of annals pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "an-NALS" instead of the correct "AN-nals" (ˈæn.əlz). Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable to improve clarity.
Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "annals" with a long "a" sound, saying "AY-nals" instead of the correct "AN-nals" (ˈæn.əlz). Tip: Practice the short "a" sound as in "cat" to get it right.
Overemphasizing the final "s": A common mistake is to overemphasize the "s" at the end, making it sound like "annals" instead of the smoother "annals" (ˈæn.əlz). Tip: Keep the final "s" soft and subtle.
Skipping the second syllable: Some may pronounce "annals" as a single syllable, saying "ANLS" instead of "AN-nals" (ˈæn.əlz). Tip: Remember to clearly articulate both syllables for proper pronunciation.
Confusing with "anal": Learners sometimes confuse "annals" with "anal," leading to mispronunciation. "Anal" is pronounced /ˈeɪ.nəl/, while "annals" is /ˈæn.əlz/. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds to distinguish between the two words.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "annals"?

"Annals" is pronounced as /ˈæn.əlz/ in both American and British English. The first syllable "an" has primary stress, sounding like "an," and the second syllable "als" is pronounced with a schwa sound, like "uhlz."

What are the syllables in the word "annals"?

The word "annals" has two syllables: "an" and "als." The first syllable is stressed, making it sound more prominent when spoken.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "annals"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress or not clearly pronouncing the second syllable. Make sure to emphasize the "an" and soften the "als" to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "annals" between American and British English?

No, the pronunciation of "annals" is the same in both American and British English, pronounced as /ˈæn.əlz/. This consistency makes it easier for learners to master the word.