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darling
Definition:
(nou) a special loved one (nou) an Australian river; tributary of the Murray River
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdɑːlɪŋ
Examples:
The photo of the couple you added is darling.
My boyfriend always calls me darling.
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Common mistakes of darling pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many pronounce "darling" with an "a" as in "cat" instead of the correct "ɑː" in UK /ˈdɑː.lɪŋ/ and US /ˈdɑr.lɪŋ/. Tip: Focus on elongating the "ar" sound to match the correct pronunciation.
- Misplaced stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "dar-LING" instead of the first syllable "DAR-ling." Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, "DAR."
- Over-emphasizing the "r": In some accents, the "r" in "darling" may be pronounced too strongly, making it sound like "dar-ling" instead of the softer "dar-lɪŋ." Tip: Keep the "r" subtle, blending it into the vowel sounds.
- Skipping the "l" sound: A common mistake is omitting the "l," leading to "dar-ing." This can occur in fast speech. Tip: Practice saying "dar-ling" slowly to ensure you pronounce the "l" clearly.
- Confusing "darling" with similar words: Some confuse "darling" with "darlin'" or "darlin," dropping the "g." This can change the meaning. Tip: Always pronounce the "g" at the end to maintain clarity and formality.