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How to pronounce:
defined
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈfaɪnd
Examples:
The crease is a zone in front of the goal mouth defined by lines on the ice.
The western town line is defined by the Hudson River and the City of Beacon.
The subsequent propagation is just defined by the Airy Disk model.
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Common mistakes of defined pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners may place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "de-FIN-ed" instead of the correct "DE-fined" (ˈdɪ.faɪnd). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Vowel sound confusion: Mispronouncing the "i" as a short "i" sound can lead to saying "defind" instead of "defined" (ˈdɪ.faɪnd). Tip: Practice the long "i" sound as in "fine" to improve clarity.
- Syllable omission: Some speakers might say "defind" omitting the second syllable. This can make "defined" sound incomplete. Tip: Always pronounce both syllables clearly: "de-FIN-ed" (ˈdɪ.faɪnd).
- Ending sound: A common mistake is neglecting the "d" sound at the end, leading to "defin." This alters the word entirely. Tip: Emphasize the final "d" to ensure correct pronunciation: "defined" (ˈdɪ.faɪnd).
- Regional variations: Some speakers may pronounce "defined" with a different vowel sound, such as "dee-fined." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Stick to the standard pronunciation "defined" (ˈdɪ.faɪnd) to maintain clarity.