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How to pronounce:
crane
Definition:
(nou) United States writer (1871-1900) (nou) United States poet (1899-1932) (nou) a small constellation in the southern hemisphere near Phoenix (nou) lifts and moves heavy objects; lifting tackle is suspended from a pivoted boom that rotates around a vertical axis (nou) large long-necked wading bird of marshes and plains in many parts of the world
Phonetic Transcription:
kreɪn
Examples:
The machine chinks out a name just as the squeak on the crane itself does.
The crane is auspicious in Japanese culture.
The crane can warp anything quick.
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Common mistakes of crane pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "crane" with a short "a" sound, like "cat". This leads to incorrect pronunciation /kræn/. Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound /eɪ/ as in "day".
- Ignoring the final "e": A common mistake is to drop the final "e" sound, making it sound like "cran". This can confuse listeners. Tip: Always pronounce the "e" as part of the long vowel sound /eɪ/.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some might stress the second syllable, saying "cra-ne". However, "crane" is a single-syllable word. Tip: Ensure you emphasize the first and only syllable /kreɪn/.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Learners sometimes pronounce "crane" with an exaggerated "r" sound, making it sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and blend it smoothly with the vowel sound /kreɪn/.
- Mixing up similar words: Confusing "crane" with "train" can happen due to similar sounds. This can lead to miscommunication. Tip: Pay attention to the starting consonant; "cr" in "crane" is different from "tr" in "train".