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childhood
Definition:
(nou) the time of person's life when they are a child (nou) the state of a child between infancy and adolescence
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtʃaɪldhʊd
Examples:
The dance rhythms of his early childhood permeate his musical melange.
The childhood part is admirable.
He is a companion of my childhood.
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Common mistakes of childhood pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "child-HOOD" instead of the correct "CHILD-hood" (ˈtʃaɪld.hʊd). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
- Vowel sound confusion: Mispronouncing the vowel in the first syllable is common, saying "cheeld" instead of "child" (ˈtʃaɪld). Tip: Practice the "ai" sound as in "my" to get it right.
- Silent "h": A few speakers might omit the initial "ch" sound, pronouncing it as "ildhood". This is incorrect. Tip: Always pronounce the "ch" as in "chat" to maintain clarity.
- Ending sound: Some learners might say "child-hood" with a long "oo" sound, making it sound like "hood" instead of the correct short "u" sound (hʊd). Tip: Keep the "u" sound short and crisp.
- Linking sounds: When saying "childhood" quickly, some may not link the two syllables smoothly, creating a pause. Tip: Practice saying "childhood" fluidly to improve your overall pronunciation.