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diphthong
Definition:
(nou) a vowel sound that starts near the articulatory position for one vowel and moves toward the position for another
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdɪfθɒŋ
Examples:
In the case of a diphthong or a digraph, the second vowel takes the diacritics.
The first vowel is the determinant for choosing the diphthong.
The nuclei of the diphthongs diphthong in certain voiced environments.
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Common mistakes of diphthong pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing "diphthong" as /dɪfˈθɔŋ/. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable, /ˈdɪfθɔŋ/ in US and UK pronunciation.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing the first vowel as in "deep" instead of "dip." This leads to /ˈdiːfθɔŋ/. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound /ɪ/ to correctly say "diphthong."
- Overemphasizing the "th" sound: Some may pronounce "diphthong" with an exaggerated "th" as in "think," resulting in /ˈdɪfθɔŋ/. Tip: Use a soft "th" sound, similar to "that," to achieve the right pronunciation.
- Omitting the "g": Learners sometimes drop the final "g," saying "diphthong" as /ˈdɪfθɔŋ/. Tip: Always pronounce the "g" clearly, as in /ˈdɪfθɔŋ/, to maintain accuracy.
- Confusing it with "diphthongs": Some people mistakenly add an extra "s" sound, pronouncing it as /ˈdɪfθɔŋz/. Tip: Remember "diphthong" refers to a single sound, so avoid adding an "s" at the end.