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being
Definition:
(nou) the state or fact of existing (nou) a living thing that has (or can develop) the ability to act or function independently
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈbiːɪŋ
Examples:
The life of the embryo, human being, starts as of fecundation.
Are we being made patsies in this whole thing
I'm not afraid of being homesick and having no language to live in.
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Common mistakes of being pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "being" with a short vowel sound, like "bit". The correct pronunciation is /ˈbiː.ɪŋ/ in UK and /ˈbiː.ɪŋ/ in US. Tip: Focus on elongating the "ee" sound.
- Misplacing stress: Some people mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "be-ING". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "BE-ing". Tip: Emphasize the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Dropping the "g": A common mistake is to drop the "g" at the end, pronouncing it like "bee-in". The correct form is /ˈbiː.ɪŋ/ in both UK and US English. Tip: Practice saying the full "ing" to ensure clarity.
- Confusing with "being" and "bean": Learners may confuse "being" with "bean", pronouncing them similarly. "Being" has an extra syllable. Tip: Remember that "being" has two syllables, while "bean" has just one.
- Overemphasizing "ing": Some may overly stress the "ing" in "being", which can sound unnatural. The correct pronunciation is smoother: /ˈbiː.ɪŋ/. Tip: Keep the "ing" sound light and connected to the first syllable.