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How to pronounce:
chime
Definition:
(nou) a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument
Phonetic Transcription:
tʃaɪm
Examples:
Bells hung on the eaves of the pagoda chime in breeze.
The bell's chime signaled the beginning and end of classes.
The bells chime the time of day in Westminster style.
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Common mistakes of chime pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "chime" with a short vowel sound, like "chum." This is incorrect; the correct pronunciation is /ʧaɪm/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the long "i" sound, as in "time."
- Ignoring the initial consonant blend: A common mistake is to drop the "ch" sound, pronouncing it as "ime." The correct pronunciation starts with /ʧ/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Practice saying "ch" as in "chair" before adding the rest of the word.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "chi-ME." However, "chime" is a single-syllable word, pronounced /ʧaɪm/. Tip: Remember that "chime" has only one part, so keep the emphasis on that single syllable.
- Overemphasizing the final "e": Learners sometimes pronounce "chime" with a pronounced "e" at the end, as in "chime-e." This is incorrect; the final "e" is silent. Tip: Focus on the "ime" sound without adding an extra vowel at the end.
- Mispronouncing as "chimey": Some may add an unnecessary "y" sound, pronouncing it "chimey." The correct pronunciation is simply /ʧaɪm/. Tip: Keep the word straightforward and avoid adding extra sounds that don't exist in the original pronunciation.