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dwelling
Definition:
(nou) housing that someone is living in
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdwelɪŋ
Examples:
Almost all the dwelling houses and outhouses were burnt to the ground.
Exaltation is dwelling in the presence of God the Father.
It included the keeper's dwelling in the base of the light.
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Common mistakes of dwelling pronunciation
- Common mispronunciation: Some people pronounce "dwelling" with a silent "d," saying "welling." This omits the initial sound, leading to confusion. Tip: Emphasize the "d" sound, using IPA: /ˈdwɛlɪŋ/ (US) and /ˈdwɛlɪŋ/ (UK).
- Vowel sound confusion: The vowel in "dwelling" may be pronounced incorrectly as "dwell-ing" with a long "e." This changes the word's sound. Tip: Use a short "e" sound, as in IPA: /ˈdwɛlɪŋ/ for both US and UK.
- Stress placement error: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "dwell-ING." This alters the word's rhythm. Tip: Keep the primary stress on the first syllable, as indicated in IPA: /ˈdwɛlɪŋ/.
- Overemphasis on "l": Occasionally, "dwelling" is pronounced with an exaggerated "l," sounding like "dwell-ling." This can disrupt clarity. Tip: Maintain a smooth transition between sounds; refer to IPA: /ˈdwɛlɪŋ/.
- Dropping the final "g": Some speakers may drop the "g" sound, saying "dwellin." This is common in casual speech but incorrect in formal contexts. Tip: Always pronounce the "g" at the end, as shown in IPA: /ˈdwɛlɪŋ/.