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engineer
Definition:
(nou) a person who uses scientific knowledge to solve practical problems (nou) the operator of a railway locomotive
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌendʒɪˈnɪə
Examples:
Cobos is a research scientist and engineer at Decagon Devices, Pullman, WA.
For all these purposes, the steam engine and the engineer were indispensable.
He was skilled engineer.
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Common mistakes of engineer pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "en-gin-" instead of the correct "en-gi-" (ˈɛn.dʒɪ.nɪr for US, ˌɛn.dʒɪˈnɪə for UK). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some pronounce "engineer" with a hard "g" sound, resulting in "en-gin-eer." The correct pronunciation uses a soft "g" as in "giraffe." Tip: Focus on the smooth transition of sounds.
- Dropping the final "r": In some accents, the final "r" in "engineer" is dropped, leading to "enginee." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Always pronounce the final "r" to maintain clarity, especially in American English.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners may mispronounce the "e" in the first syllable, saying "in-gin-eer" instead of "en-gin-eer." The correct sound is /ɛ/. Tip: Practice the initial vowel sound to ensure accuracy.
- Lengthening the last syllable: Some speakers might say "en-gin-eer" with an overly long last syllable, making it sound unnatural. The last syllable should be quick. Tip: Keep the rhythm balanced by not dragging the final syllable.