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companion
Definition:
(nou) a friend who is frequently in the company of another (nou) a traveler who accompanies you (nou) one paid to accompany or assist or live with another
Phonetic Transcription:
kəmˈpænɪən
Examples:
He is a companion of my childhood.
It is the companion to the title Baja Mania.
The companion volume is The Encyclopedia of Fantasy.
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Common mistakes of companion pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "com-ˈpan-yon". The correct stress is on the second syllable, "com-ˈpan-yun" in US English and "com-ˈpan-ɪən" in UK English. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "pan" part.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing the "a" in "companion" as "æ" instead of "æ" or "ɪ". In US English, it's "com-ˈpæn-yən", while in UK English, it's "com-ˈpæn-ɪən". Tip: Practice the vowel sounds separately to master them.
- Overemphasizing the "n": Some speakers tend to overpronounce the "n" in "companion", leading to "com-ˈpan-nyun". This is incorrect; the "n" should be softer. Tip: Focus on a smooth transition between syllables.
- Omitting the final syllable: A frequent error is dropping the last syllable, resulting in "com-ˈpan". The full pronunciation includes the last syllable, making it "com-ˈpan-yun" (US) or "com-ˈpan-ɪən" (UK). Tip: Always include all syllables when speaking.
- Confusing "i" and "y": Some learners mix up the sounds of "i" and "y", saying "com-ˈpan-yon" instead of the correct "com-ˈpan-yun" (US) or "com-ˈpan-ɪən" (UK). Tip: Pay attention to the "y" sound to ensure accurate pronunciation.