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How to pronounce:
chafing
Definition:
(nou) soreness and warmth caused by friction (nou) anger produced by some annoying irritation
Phonetic Transcription:
tʃeɪf
Examples:
Most students are chafing at the prospect of the upcoming exams.
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Common mistakes of chafing pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "chafing" with a short "a" as in "cat," resulting in /ˈtʃæfɪŋ/. Tip: Use the long "a" sound as in "face" /ˈtʃeɪfɪŋ/ to avoid this mistake.
- Misplaced stress: A common error is stressing the second syllable, saying "cha-FING" instead of "CHA-fing." Tip: Remember to place the primary stress on the first syllable, /ˈtʃeɪfɪŋ/.
- Overemphasis on "ch": Some speakers may overemphasize the "ch" sound, making it sound like /tʃʌfɪŋ/. Tip: Keep the "ch" sound soft and smooth, as in /tʃeɪfɪŋ/, without overdoing it.
- Confusing "f" and "v": Learners might pronounce "chafing" with a "v" sound, resulting in /ˈtʃævɪŋ/. Tip: Ensure you use the "f" sound /f/ as in "fish" to pronounce it correctly.
- Dropping the "g": Some may say "chaf" instead of "chafing," omitting the final "g." Tip: Always pronounce the "g" at the end clearly, as in /ˈtʃeɪfɪŋ/, to complete the word.