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arm
Definition:
(nou) a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb (nou) any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm (nou) any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting (nou) the part of an armchair or sofa that supports the elbow and forearm of a seated person (nou) a division of some larger or more complex organization (nou) the part of a garment that is attached at the armhole and that provides a cloth covering for the arm
Phonetic Transcription:
ɑːm
Examples:
The upper arm is close fitting to the body.
The SS was the military arm of the SS and as such got what they deserved.
Fuel passes through the arm into the carburetor body.
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Common mistakes of arm pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "arm" with a short vowel sound, like in "cat." This leads to saying [ærm] instead of the correct [ɑrm] in US English and [ɑːm] in UK English. Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound.
- Overemphasizing the "r": In some accents, the "r" in "arm" may be pronounced too strongly, making it sound like "ahrm." The correct pronunciation is smoother, with the "r" being less pronounced. Tip: Practice saying "arm" softly to maintain balance.
- Dropping the "r": Some speakers might say "am" instead of "arm," omitting the "r" sound completely. This mistake can confuse listeners. In IPA, it should be [ɑrm] for US and [ɑːm] for UK. Tip: Make sure to articulate the "r" clearly.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Learners sometimes incorrectly stress the last sound, saying "arm" like "arm-e." This can happen if they add an extra vowel sound. The correct pronunciation ends sharply with [m]. Tip: Practice saying "arm" without adding any extra sounds.
- Confusing it with similar words: Many mix up "arm" with "farm" or "harm," which can lead to miscommunication. "Arm" should be pronounced [ɑrm] in US English and [ɑːm] in UK English, focusing on the initial sound. Tip: Distinguish by practicing the initial sound "a" distinctly.