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change
Definition:
(nou) an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another (nou) a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event (nou) the action of changing something (nou) the result of alteration or modification (nou) the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due (nou) a thing that is different (nou) a different or fresh set of clothes (nou) coins of small denomination regarded collectively (nou) money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency (nou) a difference that is usually pleasant
Phonetic Transcription:
tʃeɪndʒ
Examples:
The corrective action was a change to the dampers.
It presupposes the 'viewpoint' of the proponents of change are correct.
The change made by the anon is factually correct.
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Common mistakes of change pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "change" with a long "a" sound, as in "chaynj". This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /tʃeɪndʒ/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the "ay" sound, which is a diphthong.
- Ignoring the "ch" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "change" starting with a hard "k" sound, saying "kange". The initial sound is /tʃ/, not /k/. Tip: Practice saying "ch" as in "chair" to get it right.
- Overemphasizing the "g" sound: Some may pronounce "change" with a strong "g" at the end, sounding like "chang-g". The correct ending is a soft /dʒ/. Tip: Lightly touch the tip of your tongue to the roof of your mouth for the "j" sound.
- Dropping the final sound: Learners sometimes say "chan" instead of "change", omitting the end. The full pronunciation is /tʃeɪndʒ/. Tip: Always ensure to pronounce all parts of the word clearly to avoid confusion.
- Incorrect syllable stress: Some people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "chan-GE". The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈtʃeɪndʒ/. Tip: Remember that "change" is a single-syllable word with a strong initial sound.