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How to pronounce:
caress
Definition:
(nou) a gentle affectionate stroking (or something resembling it)
Phonetic Transcription:
kəˈres
Examples:
The couple embrace and lightly caress each other, through wide camera arcs.
A woman should lie and smile and caress.
In addition to you, not the mother, to caress to the people of Chechnya.
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Common mistakes of caress pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ca-ˈress" instead of the correct "ˈca-ress". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Vowel sound confusion: A common mistake is pronouncing the "a" as in "cat" instead of the correct "a" as in "father" (æ vs. ɑː). Tip: Practice the "a" sound by comparing it to "car" for clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers might pronounce the "r" too strongly, making it sound harsh, as in "cuh-ˈress". Tip: Keep the "r" soft and smooth, blending it gently with the vowel sounds.
- Adding an extra syllable: A mistake occurs when learners say "ca-ress" with an unnecessary pause, making it sound like three syllables. Tip: Focus on blending the sounds smoothly into two syllables: "ca-ress".
- Incorrect final "s" sound: Some might pronounce the final "s" as a voiced "z" sound, saying "ca-rezz". Tip: Ensure the final "s" is unvoiced, as in "snake", to maintain the correct pronunciation "caress".