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away

Phonetic Transcription:

əˈweɪ

Examples:

Mort is forced to stow away on the outside of the plane.

The boys flee the saloon, and scurry away to hideout outside of town.

He runs outside and tries to take the kite away from Chubby.

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Common mistakes of away pronunciation

Stressing the wrong syllable: Some learners mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "a-WAY" /əˈweɪ/. Tip: Remember that "away" is pronounced with the primary stress on the second syllable, as in /əˈweɪ/ in US and UK English.
Mispronouncing the vowel sound: A common error is using a short vowel sound, saying "uh-way" /əˈweɪ/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the first syllable with a schwa sound /ə/ to achieve the correct pronunciation.
Overemphasizing the "w": Some speakers might pronounce "away" with an exaggerated "w" sound, resulting in "a-wey" /əˈweɪ/. Tip: The "w" should be soft, blending smoothly with the vowel sounds.
Dropping the initial sound: Occasionally, learners might drop the initial sound and say "way" /weɪ/. Tip: Always start with the schwa sound /ə/ to maintain the integrity of the word "away".
Confusing with similar words: Some might confuse "away" with "aweigh" /əˈweɪ/ or "away" /əˈweɪ/. Tip: Focus on the context and the specific pronunciation of "away" to avoid mixing up similar-sounding words.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "away" in American English?

In American English, "away" is pronounced as /əˈweɪ/. The primary stress is on the second syllable, and the first syllable has a schwa sound, which is a quick, neutral vowel sound.

What is the British pronunciation of "away"?

In British English, "away" is also pronounced as /əˈweɪ/, similar to American English. The stress pattern and vowel sounds remain the same, making it easy for learners to adapt between the two accents.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "away"?

A common mistake is to overemphasize the first syllable, leading to incorrect stress placement. Remember, the correct pronunciation has the primary stress on the second syllable: "a-" is unstressed, while "-way" is stressed.

How many syllables are in the word "away"?

The word "away" has two syllables: "a" and "way." The first syllable is pronounced quickly, while the second syllable carries the stress, making it sound like "a-WAY."