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How to pronounce:
coaxing
Definition:
(nou) a transmission line for high-frequency signals
Phonetic Transcription:
kəʊks
Examples:
Cajolery is a coaxing statement.
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Common mistakes of coaxing pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "coax-ING" instead of "COAX-ing". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, as shown in IPA: /ˈkoʊksɪŋ/ (US) and /ˈkəʊksɪŋ/ (UK).
- Vowel sound confusion: Mispronouncing the "oa" in "coaxing" can lead to saying "cawxing" instead of the correct "coaxing". Tip: Focus on the "oʊ" (US) or "əʊ" (UK) sound to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "x": Some may pronounce "coaxing" with an exaggerated "x" sound, leading to "coax-king". Tip: Keep the "x" soft and blend it with the following vowel, as in /ˈkoʊksɪŋ/ (US) and /ˈkəʊksɪŋ/ (UK).
- Dropping the "g": A common mistake is omitting the "g" at the end, pronouncing it as "coaxin'". Tip: Always articulate the "g" sound clearly to maintain the word's integrity, as in /ˈkoʊksɪŋ/ (US) and /ˈkəʊksɪŋ/ (UK).
- Incorrect vowel length: Some learners might shorten the vowel sound, resulting in "caxing". Tip: Ensure you pronounce the vowel in "coaxing" with the correct length, as indicated by the phonetic representation /ˈkoʊksɪŋ/ (US) and /ˈkəʊksɪŋ/ (UK).