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coming

Definition:

(nou) the act of drawing spatially closer to something (nou) arrival that has been awaited (especially of something momentous) (nou) the temporal property of becoming nearer in time (nou) the moment of most intense pleasure in sexual intercourse

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈkʌmɪŋ

Examples:

The coming of the new organization.

It is begin to look like you are coming perilously close to violating it.

It is my intension to start editing this article over the coming days.

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Common mistakes of coming pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "com-ING" instead of the correct "COM-ing" /ˈkʌm.ɪŋ/ (US) /ˈkʌm.ɪŋ/ (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "coming" with a long "o" as in "go," resulting in "coh-ming." The correct vowel is a short "u" /ʌ/. Tip: Practice the "u" sound by saying "cup" before "coming."
Overemphasizing the "g": Learners might pronounce the "g" at the end too strongly, as in "com-ing" with a hard "g." The correct ending is a soft "ng" /ŋ/. Tip: Try saying "sing" to get used to the soft "ng" sound.
Dropping the vowel: Some may say "cm-ing," omitting the vowel sound altogether. This leads to confusion and incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Always include the short "u" sound in "coming" to maintain clarity.
Confusing with "coming" and "coming up": Some may mispronounce "coming" when used in phrases. For example, saying "com-ing up" instead of "coming up." Tip: Practice saying phrases slowly to differentiate between the words.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "coming" in American English?

In American English, "coming" is pronounced as /ˈkʌm.ɪŋ/. The first syllable has primary stress, and the vowel sound is like the "u" in "cup."

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "coming" between British and American English?

In British English, "coming" is also pronounced as /ˈkʌm.ɪŋ/, similar to American English. Both versions have the same primary stress and vowel sound.

What is the syllable breakdown for "coming"?

The word "coming" has two syllables: "com" and "ing." The first syllable "com" is stressed, while the second syllable "ing" is pronounced with a short "i" sound.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "coming"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress on the second syllable, saying "com-ing" instead of "coming." Remember to keep the stress on the first syllable for correct pronunciation.