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How to pronounce:
contains
Phonetic Transcription:
kənˈteɪn
Examples:
The following is what the back cover of the paperback edition contains.
The 1633 quarto contains prefatory poems, including one by James Shirley.
Tillman Road WMA contains approximately, including an 80 acre cattail swamp.
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Common mistakes of contains pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "con-ˈtains". This is wrong; the correct stress is on the second syllable in both US and UK pronunciations: /kənˈteɪnz/. Tip: Focus on stressing the "tains" part.
- Omitting the first syllable: A common mistake is to start with "tain" instead of "con". This can lead to confusion. The full pronunciation is /kənˈteɪnz/. Tip: Always pronounce the "con" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some might say "contains" with an incorrect vowel sound, like "kɒnˈteɪnz". In US English, it's /kənˈteɪnz/, with a schwa sound in the first syllable. Tip: Practice the schwa sound to improve clarity.
- Confusing "tains" with "tains": Some learners may pronounce "tains" as /teɪnz/ instead of /teɪnz/. The correct sound is with a long "a" and a clear "n" sound. Tip: Listen to native speakers to differentiate the sounds.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some people overemphasize the "t" in "contains", making it sound harsh. The correct pronunciation is smoother: /kənˈteɪnz/. Tip: Relax your tongue and practice saying the word fluidly.