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How to pronounce:
brown
Definition:
(nou) an orange of low brightness and saturation (nou) Scottish botanist who first observed the movement of small particles in fluids now known a Brownian motion (1773-1858) (nou) abolitionist who was hanged after leading an unsuccessful raid at Harper's Ferry, Virginia (1800-1859) (nou) a university in Rhode Island
Phonetic Transcription:
braʊn
Examples:
The color is variable, with specks of green and brown.
The color of the naiad is mottled green and brown.
A young laddie with brown socks and blue trousers on.
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Common mistakes of brown pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners may pronounce "brown" with an incorrect vowel sound, like /braʊn/ instead of /braʊn/. Tip: Focus on the diphthong /aʊ/ to ensure accuracy.
- Overemphasizing the "r": A common mistake is to overemphasize the "r" in "brown," leading to a pronunciation like /bɹaʊn/. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and blend it smoothly with the preceding vowel.
- Dropping the final consonant: Some may pronounce "brown" as /braʊ/, omitting the final "n." Tip: Always pronounce the final consonant clearly to maintain the integrity of the word.
- Confusing "brown" with "brawn": Learners might mix up "brown" with "brawn," leading to a pronunciation like /brɔːn/. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sound; "brown" uses /aʊ/, while "brawn" uses /ɔː/.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some might stress the wrong syllable, saying /ˈbɹaʊn/ instead of the correct /braʊn/. Tip: Remember that "brown" is a one-syllable word, so there is no need for syllable stress distinction.