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How to pronounce:
feign
Phonetic Transcription:
feɪn
Examples:
There is the attempt to feign objectivity.
It is impossible to feign his identity.
I'd rather feign indifference to people.
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Common mistakes of feign pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "feign" with a short "e" sound, saying /fɛɪn/. This is incorrect. Tip: Remember that "feign" has a long "a" sound, pronounced /feɪn/ in both US and UK English.
- Ignoring the silent "g": A common mistake is to pronounce the "g" in "feign", resulting in /fɛɪŋ/. This is not how it is spoken. Tip: Focus on the fact that the "g" is silent, making the correct pronunciation /feɪn/.
- Confusing with "fain": Some people mix up "feign" with "fain" and pronounce it as /feɪn/. While they sound similar, "fain" has a different meaning. Tip: Be aware that "feign" means to pretend, while "fain" means gladly or willingly.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Learners sometimes stress the first syllable, saying "FEIGN" instead of the correct pronunciation /feɪn/. Tip: Remember that "feign" is a single-syllable word, so there's no need for syllable stress.
- Overemphasizing the "f": Some may pronounce "feign" with an exaggerated "f" sound, sounding like /fɛɪn/. This can make it sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "f" sound soft and smooth, ensuring the focus is on the vowel sound.