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climb
Definition:
(nou) an upward slope or grade (as in a road) (nou) an event that involves rising to a higher point (as in altitude or temperature or intensity etc.) (nou) the act of climbing something
Phonetic Transcription:
klaɪm
Examples:
Most of the residential neighborhoods climb high up the slopes of the mountain.
The climb up the mountain and the work in cutting down the trees killed him.
The climb is considered strenuous because the climb is equivalent to 12 stories.
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Common mistakes of climb pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some people pronounce "climb" with a long "i" sound, like "clime". This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /klaɪm/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the diphthong "ai" as in "my".
- Ignoring the silent "b": Many learners mistakenly pronounce the "b" in "climb". This is incorrect because the "b" is silent. The proper pronunciation is /klaɪm/. Tip: Remember that "climb" rhymes with "time" to avoid pronouncing the "b".
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some individuals may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "cli-AMB". However, "climb" is a single-syllable word with the primary stress on the first syllable: /klaɪm/. Tip: Always emphasize the "cl" sound at the beginning.
- Overemphasizing the "l" sound: Learners sometimes add an extra "l" sound, pronouncing it as "clilmb". This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /klaɪm/, without an extra "l". Tip: Keep the "cl" blend smooth and avoid adding unnecessary sounds.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "climb" with "clime", which means climate. While they sound similar, "climb" is pronounced /klaɪm/ and refers to ascending. Tip: Practice saying both words to distinguish their meanings and pronunciations clearly.