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How to pronounce:
clean
Definition:
(nou) a weightlift in which the barbell is lifted to shoulder height and then jerked overhead
Phonetic Transcription:
kliːn
Examples:
I always empty and clean ashtrays and wastebaskets.
His spirit is pure and clean, his soul never wearied.
He adulterated the clean water.
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Common mistakes of clean pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "clean" with a short vowel sound, making it sound like "clin" /klɪn/. Tip: Remember to use the long vowel sound /iː/ as in "see" for "clean" /kliːn/.
- Ignoring the initial consonant cluster: Many non-native speakers may omit the "c" sound, resulting in "lean" /liːn/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the initial "c" clearly, as in /k/, to distinguish "clean" from "lean".
- Confusing with similar words: It's common to confuse "clean" with "keen" /kiːn/. Tip: Focus on the "l" sound in "clean" /kliːn/, which is absent in "keen".
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "clean" as /kliːn/. Tip: Remember that "clean" is a one-syllable word, so the stress is naturally on the single syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "n" sound: Learners might pronounce "clean" with an exaggerated "n" sound, sounding like "cleann" /kliːn/. Tip: Keep the "n" soft and subtle, ensuring it blends smoothly with the vowel sound.