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caressing
Definition:
(nou) a gentle affectionate stroking (or something resembling it)
Phonetic Transcription:
kəˈres
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Common mistakes of caressing pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying /kəˈrɛs.ɪŋ/. The correct stress is on the second syllable in both US and UK English: /kəˈrɛs.ɪŋ/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "ress" part.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some pronounce "caressing" with a short "a" sound like in "cat" (/kæˈrɛs.ɪŋ/). The correct pronunciation uses a schwa in the first syllable: /kəˈrɛs.ɪŋ/. Tip: Focus on the "ca" sounding like "kuh."
- Final "g" sound: A common mistake is to drop the final "g," pronouncing it as /kəˈrɛs.ɪn/. The correct form includes the "g": /kəˈrɛs.ɪŋ/. Tip: Always finish the word clearly with the "ing" sound.
- Syllable reduction: Some learners may reduce the second syllable too much, saying /kəˈrɛsɪŋ/. The correct pronunciation maintains the clear "ɪ" sound: /kəˈrɛs.ɪŋ/. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to ensure clarity in each syllable.
- Overemphasis on "c": A few may overemphasize the "c," leading to a harsh sound like /kæˈrɛs.ɪŋ/. The "c" should be soft and blend with the following vowel: /kəˈrɛs.ɪŋ/. Tip: Try to soften the "c" sound to flow smoothly into the rest of the word.