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clear
Definition:
(nou) the state of being free of suspicion (nou) a clear or unobstructed space or expanse of land or water
Phonetic Transcription:
klɪə
Examples:
I wanted to make clear that he wasn't arguing an insupportable position.
That is clear that it was a rebuff.
But the definition of the disorder is clear.
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Common mistakes of clear pronunciation
- Vowel confusion: Some learners pronounce "clear" with a short "e" sound, like "clir." This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /klɪr/ (US) and /klɪə/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the long "ee" sound in "clear."
- Dropping the "r": Many speakers omit the "r" sound at the end, saying "clea." This can lead to misunderstandings. The correct pronunciation includes the "r" as in /klɪr/ (US) and /klɪə/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying "clear" with emphasis on the ending "r."
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "cle-ar." The correct stress is on the first syllable, pronounced as /ˈklɪr/ (US) and /ˈklɪə/ (UK). Tip: Always emphasize the "c" sound at the beginning.
- Overemphasizing the "l": A common mistake is overpronouncing the "l" in "clear," making it sound like "clearl." The correct pronunciation keeps it smooth, as in /klɪr/ (US) and /klɪə/ (UK). Tip: Keep the "l" light and fluid.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some might pronounce "clear" with a diphthong, sounding like "cliar." The correct pronunciation is a single vowel sound, /klɪr/ (US) and /klɪə/ (UK). Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the vowel length in "clear."