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braces
Definition:
(nou) a support that steadies or strengthens something else (nou) two items of the same kind (nou) a set of two similar things considered as a unit (nou) either of two punctuation marks ({ or }) used to enclose textual material (nou) a rope on a square-rigged ship that is used to swing a yard about and secure it (nou) elastic straps that hold trousers up (usually used in the plural) (nou) an appliance that corrects dental irregularities (nou) a carpenter's tool having a crank handle for turning and a socket to hold a bit for boring (nou) a structural member used to stiffen a framework
Phonetic Transcription:
breɪs
Examples:
The purpose of the braces are help support the necessary loading.
The braces are on the gabled sides of roofs, supporting the wide eaves.
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Common mistakes of braces pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "bra-ˈces". This is incorrect; the primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈbraces". Tip: Emphasize the "bra" when pronouncing "braces".
- Overemphasizing the "s" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "braces" with a heavy emphasis on the "s", making it sound like "bra-ces". This can lead to confusion. Tip: Keep the "s" soft and smooth, blending it with the preceding vowel.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "braces" with a short "a" sound, saying "bra-cis". The correct pronunciation uses the long "a" sound, as in "day": "ˈbraces". Tip: Practice saying "bray" to help with the vowel sound in "braces".
- Adding an extra syllable: Learners might mistakenly pronounce "braces" as "bra-ces", creating an unnecessary syllable. The correct pronunciation is two syllables: "ˈbraces". Tip: Focus on blending the sounds together to avoid adding extra syllables.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "braces" with "brace" (singular) or "bracing". Each has distinct meanings and pronunciations. "Braces" is pronounced "ˈbraces" while "brace" is "ˈbreɪs". Tip: Familiarize yourself with the context of each word to avoid mix-ups.