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How to pronounce:
beach
Definition:
(nou) an area of sand sloping down to the water of a sea or lake
Phonetic Transcription:
biːtʃ
Examples:
We collected sea shells on the beach.
The entourage proceeded next to the sea, reaching the beach.
As the lifeboat reached the beach, the first explosion shook the boat.
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Common mistakes of beach pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "beach" with a short vowel sound, like "bit" /bɪt/. This leads to confusion with similar words. Tip: Focus on the long "ee" sound /iː/ in "beach" to differentiate it.
- Ignoring the "ch" sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "beach" as "beak" /biːk/, dropping the "ch" sound altogether. Tip: Remember that "ch" in "beach" is pronounced /tʃ/, like in "chair," to ensure clarity.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "beach" as /ˈbiːtʃ/. This is not standard. Tip: The word "beach" has only one syllable, so keep the stress on the first and only syllable.
- Confusing "beach" with "bitch": Due to similar sounds, learners sometimes mix these words up. "Beach" /biːtʃ/ has a long vowel sound, while "bitch" /bɪtʃ/ has a short vowel. Tip: Practice the vowel length to avoid mix-ups.
- Overemphasizing the "e": Some speakers may overly stress the "e" in "beach," making it sound like "bee-atch" /biːætʃ/. This is incorrect. Tip: Keep the pronunciation smooth and straightforward, focusing on the single syllable /biːtʃ/.