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auntie
Definition:
(nou) the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle
Examples:
The child of the concubine simply addresses the big mother as auntie.
Big auntie at little angel's school.
Yes, I will be an auntie for the first time.
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Common mistakes of auntie pronunciation
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some people pronounce "auntie" as /ˈænti/ in the US, while the UK often uses /ˈɑːnti/. Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the difference in vowel sounds.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Many learners stress the "t" too much, saying "aun-tie" instead of the smoother /ˈɑːnti/ or /ˈænti/. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and linked to the vowel for a natural flow.
- Ignoring the schwa: In rapid speech, the "i" in "auntie" can sound like a schwa /ə/, leading to "aun-tee." Tip: Focus on a quick, light pronunciation of the "i" to maintain clarity.
- Confusing "aunt" with "auntie": Some might say "auntie" as if it were "aunt" /ɑːnt/ or /ænt/. Tip: Remember that "auntie" adds an extra syllable, making it /ˈɑːnti/ or /ˈænti/.
- Incorrect stress placement: Learners sometimes stress the second syllable, saying "aun-TIE." In both US and UK pronunciations, the stress is on the first syllable: /ˈɑːnti/ or /ˈænti/. Tip: Practice saying "auntie" with the stress on the first syllable for accuracy.