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How to pronounce:
drowning
Phonetic Transcription:
draʊn
Examples:
The autopsy confirmed that drowning was the cause of death.
People, who have an experience of drowning, suffer a surfeit of water.
A drowning man will clutch at a straw.
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Common mistakes of drowning pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners may pronounce "drowning" as /ˈdraʊnɪŋ/ instead of the correct /ˈdraʊnɪŋ/. This can occur if they confuse the vowel sounds. Tip: Focus on the diphthong "ou" to ensure clarity.
- Ignoring the "w" sound: A common mistake is omitting the "w" sound, leading to pronunciation like /ˈdrɔːnɪŋ/. This can make the word sound incomplete. Tip: Emphasize the "w" in "drowning" to maintain the correct sound.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some might stress the second syllable, saying "drowning" as /drəˈʊnɪŋ/. This shifts the emphasis incorrectly. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable: /ˈdraʊnɪŋ/.
- Mispronouncing the final "-ing": Learners may pronounce "drowning" as /ˈdraʊnɪŋ/ with a short "i" sound instead of the correct /ˈdraʊnɪŋ/. This can alter the word's meaning. Tip: Make sure to use the clear "-ing" ending for proper pronunciation.
- Confusing with similar words: Some might confuse "drowning" with "draining," leading to mispronunciation. This can happen if learners are not familiar with context. Tip: Practice saying both words in sentences to distinguish their sounds clearly.