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cairn
Definition:
(nou) a mound of stones piled up as a memorial or to mark a boundary or path (nou) small rough-haired breed of terrier from Scotland
Examples:
The ruined observatory is in the centre, with the summit cairn to the right.
The summit is marked by a cairn.
A small cairn sits on the grass.
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Common mistakes of cairn pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "cairn" with an "aɪ" sound, as in "air." The correct pronunciation is /kɛrn/ (US) or /kɛən/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound to avoid confusion.
- Ignoring the "r": Some speakers may drop the "r" sound, saying "cain" instead of "cairn." This changes the meaning entirely. Tip: Practice saying the "r" clearly after the vowel to maintain the word's integrity.
- Incorrect stress placement: Learners might stress the wrong syllable, saying "CAIRN" instead of the correct /kɛrn/ (US) or /kɛən/ (UK). Tip: Remember that "cairn" is a single-syllable word, so the stress is not a factor.
- Overemphasizing the "n": Some may overly pronounce the "n" at the end, resulting in an unnatural sound. The correct ending should be soft and smooth. Tip: Keep the final "n" subtle to sound more natural.
- Confusing with similar words: "Cairn" is often confused with "carn" or "kern." While they may sound alike, the meanings differ significantly. Tip: Familiarize yourself with definitions to avoid mixing them up in conversation.