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autumn
Definition:
(nou) the season when the leaves fall from the trees
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɔːtəm
Examples:
It breeds in the autumn and gives birth in the winter burrow.
The allies retreated in the autumn because of the incoming winter.
In autumn the many acers and the vine are in season.
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Common mistakes of autumn pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "au-TUMN" instead of the correct "AU-tumn" (ˈɔː.təm/ˈɑː.t̬əm). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
- Omitting the vowel sound: Many people skip the "u" sound, pronouncing it as "AUTM" instead of "au-tumn" (ˈɔː.təm/ˈɑː.t̬əm). Tip: Remember to articulate the "u" to ensure clarity.
- Incorrect vowel quality: Some speakers pronounce the "a" in "autumn" as "a" in "cat," leading to "ahtumn." The correct pronunciation has a more neutral vowel sound (ˈɔː.təm/ˈɑː.t̬əm). Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the subtle difference.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "autumn" with "autum," a less common variant. "Autumn" has two syllables, while "autum" can sound like a single syllable. Tip: Practice saying both words to distinguish their sounds.
- Mispronouncing in connected speech: In rapid speech, some may blend "autumn" into "aut'm" or "aut'mn," losing clarity. The correct form is still two syllables (ˈɔː.təm/ˈɑː.t̬əm). Tip: Slow down when practicing to maintain clear pronunciation.