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How to pronounce:
fourteen
Definition:
(nou) the cardinal number that is the sum of thirteen and one
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌfɔːˈtiːn
Examples:
There were then fourteen tenements in the rents.
The duration of the work is approximately fourteen minutes.
Thomas was the youngest of fourteen children in the family.
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Common mistakes of fourteen pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "four-TEEN" /fɔːrˈtiːn/. Tip: Remember the primary stress is on the second syllable: "teen" /tiːn/.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "four" as "fur" /fɜːr/. Tip: Focus on the correct vowel sound in "four" /fɔːr/ to achieve clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers pronounce "fourteen" with a strong "t" sound, saying "four-TEEN" /fɔːrˈtiːn/. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and connected to the vowel for smoother speech.
- Dropping the "r": In some accents, learners may drop the "r" sound in "four," saying "foh-teen" /foʊˈtiːn/. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "r" clearly as /fɔːr/ to maintain the correct sound.
- Confusing "fourteen" with "forteen": Some may mistakenly pronounce it as "forteen" /fɔːrˈtiːn/. Tip: Remember that "four" is distinct from "fort," and ensure to pronounce "four" accurately.