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control

Definition:

(nou) power to direct or determine (nou) a relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another (nou) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc (nou) a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment (nou) the activity of managing or exerting control over something (nou) the state that exists when one person or group has power over another (nou) discipline in personal and social activities (nou) great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity (nou) a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine (nou) a spiritual agency that is assumed to assist the medium during a seance (nou) the economic policy of controlling or limiting or curbing prices or wages etc.

Phonetic Transcription:

kənˈtrəʊl

Examples:

Requiem possessed the power to control the spirits of people.

The longer the barrel, the higher the control, and the lower the power.

This second draconian power restricts control of the first.

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Common mistakes of control pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "con-ˈtrol" instead of the correct "ˈcon-trol". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable to sound natural.
Overemphasizing vowels: Some people pronounce "control" with overly distinct vowels, leading to "con-ˈtrōl" instead of "kən-ˈtrōl" (US) or "kən-ˈtrɒl" (UK). Tip: Keep the vowels subtle and smooth.
Dropping the "t": It's common to hear "conrol" instead of "control", especially in fast speech. Tip: Practice saying "control" slowly, ensuring you pronounce the "t" clearly.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners may confuse the vowel sound in "control", pronouncing it as "con-ˈtrawl". The correct pronunciation is "kən-ˈtrōl" (US) or "kən-ˈtrɒl" (UK). Tip: Focus on the "o" sound being more like "oh".
Adding extra syllables: Some speakers mistakenly say "con-ˈtro-l" instead of "ˈcon-trol". Tip: Remember that "control" is a two-syllable word, and avoid inserting extra sounds.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "control" in American English?

In American English, "control" is pronounced as /kənˈtroʊl/. The primary stress is on the second syllable, which sounds like "trohl."

What is the British pronunciation of "control"?

In British English, "control" is pronounced the same way, /kənˈtrəʊl/. The primary stress remains on the second syllable, but the vowel sound is slightly different, sounding more like "trohl" with a rounded "o."

How many syllables are in the word "control"?

The word "control" has two syllables: "con" and "trol." You can break it down phonetically as /kən/ and /ˈtroʊl/ in American English or /kən/ and /ˈtrəʊl/ in British English.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "control"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, saying "CON-trol" instead of "con-TROL." Remember that the stress is on the second syllable, which helps distinguish it from similar words like "controll."