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How to pronounce:
between
Phonetic Transcription:
bɪˈtwiːn
Examples:
The connecting link between these worlds is psychic.
The connecting link between these worlds is the psychic.
The relationship between the two was fierce.
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Common mistakes of between pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying /bɪˈtwiːn/ instead of the correct pronunciation /bɪˈtwiːn/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Always stress the second syllable, "twi".
- Overemphasizing the "b": A common mistake is to overly pronounce the "b" at the beginning, making it sound too harsh. The correct pronunciation is softer, /bɪˈtwiːn/. Tip: Lightly touch on "b" to maintain a smooth flow.
- Dropping the "t": Some speakers omit the "t" sound, pronouncing it as /bɪˈwiːn/. This leads to confusion with other words. Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the "t" in "between".
- Confusing vowel sounds: Learners may mispronounce the vowel in the first syllable, saying /bɛˈtwiːn/ instead of /bɪˈtwiːn/. Tip: Practice the short "i" sound as in "bit" to get it right.
- Blending sounds: Some speakers blend the sounds too much, making it sound like /bɪtˈwiːn/. This can obscure the word's clarity. Tip: Keep the syllables distinct to avoid blending, ensuring each part is heard clearly.