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corn
Definition:
(nou) tall annual cereal grass bearing kernels on large ears: widely cultivated in America in many varieties; the principal cereal in Mexico and Central and South America since pre-Columbian times (nou) the dried grains or kernels or corn used as animal feed or ground for meal (nou) ears of corn that can be prepared and served for human food (nou) a hard thickening of the skin (especially on the top or sides of the toes) caused by the pressure of ill-fitting shoes (nou) any of various cereal plants (especially the dominant crop of the region--wheat in Great Britain or oats in Scotland and Ireland) (nou) whiskey distilled from a mash of not less than 80 percent corn (nou) something sentimental or trite
Phonetic Transcription:
kɔːn
Examples:
Maize and corn represents the main agricultural products of the region.
Corn was ground into flour and used to make corn fritters.
The expansion of a corn belt in Kentucky and Ohio had created a corn glut.
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Common mistakes of corn pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners might pronounce "corn" with an incorrect vowel sound, such as /ɔː/ instead of the correct /ɔr/ in US English (ˈkɔrn) and /kɔːn/ in UK English (ˈkɔːn). Tip: Focus on the "or" sound, as it should be pronounced like "or" in "more."
- Ignoring the "r" sound: Non-native speakers may omit the "r" in "corn," leading to a pronunciation like /kɔːn/. This is especially common in UK English. Tip: Make sure to articulate the "r" clearly to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "c": Some may pronounce "corn" as /kɔrn/ with an exaggerated "c" sound, making it sound too harsh. Tip: Keep the "c" soft and smooth to ensure a natural flow in pronunciation.
- Confusing "corn" with "cone": Learners might accidentally pronounce "corn" like "cone," resulting in /koʊn/. This can happen due to similar vowel sounds. Tip: Remember that "corn" has a distinct "or" sound, which is different from the "o" in "cone."
- Incorrect syllable stress: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "corN" instead of the correct primary stress on the first syllable, "CORN" (ˈkɔrn/ˈkɔːn). Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable to pronounce "corn" correctly.