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dearth

Definition:

(nou) an acute insufficiency (nou) an insufficient quantity or number

Phonetic Transcription:

dɜːθ

Examples:

There is a dearth of information on the Philippines.

The dearth of usable sources is astounding.

Assuming this to be the case explains the dearth of life.

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Related Words:

lack

deficit

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Common mistakes of dearth pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "dearth" with a long "e" sound, like "deer-th" /dɪərθ/. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the "ear" sound /ɜːr/ in "dearth" to avoid confusion.
Incorrect stress placement: Some speakers emphasize the second syllable, saying "dearth" as /dɪərθ/. The correct stress is on the first syllable. Tip: Remember that "dearth" is a single-syllable word, so keep the stress on the initial sound.
Overemphasizing the "th" sound: Learners may say "dearth" as /dɜːrθ/, making the "th" too heavy. Tip: Practice a lighter "th" sound, as in "think," to pronounce "dearth" more naturally.
Confusing with similar words: Some people mix up "dearth" with "birth" /bɜːrθ/, leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Pay attention to the initial consonant sound; "dearth" starts with a "d" sound, not a "b."
Skipping the "r" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "dearth" as /deəθ/, omitting the "r." Tip: Make sure to include the "r" sound clearly to pronounce "dearth" accurately.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "dearth"?

The word "dearth" is pronounced as /dɜrθ/ in both American and British English. The primary stress is on the single syllable, making it sound like "durth."

What does the "ea" in "dearth" sound like?

In "dearth," the "ea" is pronounced as /ɜr/, similar to the word "earth." This vowel sound is a long, stressed vowel that can sometimes confuse learners.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "dearth"?

Some learners might mistakenly pronounce "dearth" with a short vowel sound, like /dɛrθ/. Remember to use the longer vowel sound /ɜr/ to avoid confusion with similar words.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "dearth" in different dialects?

There is no significant difference in the pronunciation of "dearth" between American and British English; both use /dɜrθ/. However, regional accents may slightly affect the vowel sound.