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comma
Definition:
(nou) a punctuation mark (,) used to indicate the separation of elements within the grammatical structure of a sentence (nou) anglewing butterfly with a comma-shaped mark on the underside of each hind wing
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkɒmə
Examples:
The comma is part of the rest of the sentence, not part of the quotation.
There is no comma in the name of the institute.
The comma is clearly visible on the poster.
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Common mistakes of comma pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "com-'ma" instead of the correct "'com-ma". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, as indicated in IPA: /ˈkɒm.ə/ (UK) and /ˈkɑː.mə/ (US).
- Overemphasizing the vowel: A common mistake is to overemphasize the "o" in "comma", leading to a pronunciation like "coh-mma". Tip: Focus on a short, quick "o" sound, which should sound more like "ah" in both US and UK pronunciations.
- Skipping the vowel sound: Some speakers may omit the second syllable, pronouncing it as "com". Tip: Ensure you pronounce both syllables clearly, as in /ˈkɒm.ə/ (UK) and /ˈkɑː.mə/ (US), to convey the correct meaning.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "comma" with "come" or "common", leading to incorrect pronunciations. Tip: Pay attention to the syllable structure; "comma" has two syllables, while "come" and "common" do not.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some might pronounce "comma" with a long "a" sound, saying "cah-mma". Tip: Use a short "a" sound, as in /ˈkɒm.ə/ (UK) and /ˈkɑː.mə/ (US), to ensure clarity in communication.