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cygnet
Definition:
(nou) a young swan
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsɪɡnɪt
Examples:
The cygnet is a patchy color, with brown and gray hues.
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Common mistakes of cygnet pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "cyg-NET". The correct stress is on the first syllable, pronounced /ˈsɪɡ.nɪt/ in both US and UK. Tip: Remember that the first syllable carries the emphasis.
- Incorrect vowel sound: People often pronounce "cygnet" with an "a" sound, saying "sag-net". The correct pronunciation features a short "i" sound, as in /ˈsɪɡ.nɪt/. Tip: Focus on the "i" sound to avoid confusion.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some might pronounce "cygnet" with a hard "g", saying "KIG-net". The correct pronunciation uses a soft "g" sound, as in /ˈsɪɡ.nɪt/. Tip: Think of "sig" instead of "kig" to get it right.
- Omitting the second syllable: A common mistake is to say "cyg" only, dropping the "net". The full pronunciation is /ˈsɪɡ.nɪt/. Tip: Always ensure you pronounce both syllables clearly for accuracy.
- Confusing "cygnet" with similar words: Some may mix up "cygnet" with "signet", leading to incorrect pronunciation. "Cygnet" is pronounced /ˈsɪɡ.nɪt/, while "signet" is /ˈsɪɡ.nɪt/. Tip: Pay attention to context to distinguish between the two.