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dream

Definition:

(nou) a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep (nou) imaginative thoughts indulged in while awake (nou) a cherished desire (nou) a fantastic but vain hope (from fantasies induced by the opium pipe) (nou) a state of mind characterized by abstraction and release from reality (nou) someone or something wonderful

Phonetic Transcription:

driːm

Examples:

The dream is able to stimulate the memory of the sleeping woman.

Female student is sleeping uneasily, fade to the dream she is having.

The dreams of the abhuyasi become the dream of the guru.

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Common mistakes of dream pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "dream" with a short "e" sound, like in "bed." The correct pronunciation is /driːm/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the long "ee" sound, as in "see."
Adding an extra syllable: A common mistake is pronouncing "dream" as two syllables, "dree-am." The correct pronunciation is a single syllable: /driːm/. Tip: Practice saying the word quickly to maintain its one-syllable structure.
Confusing the initial consonant: Some might pronounce "dream" with a "j" sound, resulting in "jream." The correct initial sound is /d/. Tip: Make sure to pronounce "d" clearly, as in "dog," before moving to the vowel.
Ignoring the final consonant: Learners sometimes drop the "m" sound at the end of "dream," saying "dree." The correct pronunciation ends with /m/. Tip: Emphasize the "m" at the end to ensure clarity.
Overemphasizing the "r" sound: Some may pronounce "dream" with a strong "r" sound, making it sound like "dree-rm." The correct pronunciation is /driːm/ with a softer "r." Tip: Keep the "r" light and smooth to avoid distortion.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "dream" correctly?

The word "dream" is pronounced as /driːm/ in both American and British English. The vowel sound is a long "ee" as in "see," and the "d" and "m" sounds are clear and distinct.

What is the syllable structure of the word "dream"?

The word "dream" has one syllable, which makes it a monosyllabic word. It contains a single vowel sound, and the pronunciation is straightforward without any silent letters.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "dream"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing "dream" as /drɛm/, similar to the word "drem." This can happen due to confusion with the short vowel sound, but remember to use the long "ee" sound instead.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "dream" in different accents?

While "dream" is pronounced /driːm/ in both American and British accents, regional accents may slightly affect the intonation or stress. However, the basic pronunciation remains consistent across these variations.