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brainstorm
Definition:
(nou) the clear (and often sudden) understanding of a complex situation
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Common mistakes of brainstorm pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "braɪnˈstɔːm." The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈbreɪnˌstɔrm" (US) and "ˈbreɪnˌstɔːm" (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize "brain" more than "storm."
- Vowel sound confusion: Some people pronounce the first vowel as "æ" instead of "eɪ," resulting in "brænstɔrm." The correct pronunciation is "breɪn." Tip: Practice saying "rain" to get the right vowel sound.
- Omitting the final sound: A common mistake is dropping the final "m," resulting in "brainstor." The correct pronunciation is "brainstorm" with a clear "m" sound. Tip: Focus on the end of the word to ensure you pronounce every sound.
- Mispronouncing "storm": Some may say "stɔːm" instead of "stɔrm" (US) or "stɔːm" (UK). The correct pronunciation has a shorter vowel sound: "stɔrm." Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the subtle differences in vowel length.
- Incorrect syllable count: Learners sometimes treat "brainstorm" as a two-syllable word, pronouncing it as "ˈbreɪnˌstɔrm." The word is a compound and should be pronounced with three distinct sounds. Tip: Break it down into "brain" and "storm" to reinforce the correct syllable count.