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gear
Definition:
(nou) a toothed wheel that engages another toothed mechanism in order to change the speed or direction of transmitted motion (nou) wheelwork consisting of a connected set of rotating gears by which force is transmitted or motion or torque is changed (nou) a mechanism for transmitting motion for some specific purpose (as the steering gear of a vehicle) (nou) equipment consisting of miscellaneous articles needed for a particular operation or sport etc.
Phonetic Transcription:
ɡɪə
Examples:
The cycloid gear is supported for eccentric rotation within the ring gear.
The idler gear drives a ring gear disposed about the propeller.
The driver lowered the gear.
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Common mistakes of gear pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "gear" as /ɡɛr/ instead of /ɡɪr/. This mistake changes the meaning and can confuse listeners. Tip: Focus on producing the short "i" sound as in "bit".
- Incorrect stress placement: Many people stress the second syllable, saying "ge-ar" instead of the correct single syllable "gear" (/ɡɪr/ in US and UK). This can make the word sound awkward. Tip: Remember, "gear" is a one-syllable word.
- Adding an extra vowel: Some may say "geer" (/ɡɪər/) with an unnecessary vowel sound at the end. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Practice saying "gear" quickly to avoid adding that extra sound.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Learners sometimes pronounce "gear" with an exaggerated "g" sound, making it sound like "g-ear." This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "g" soft and blend it smoothly with the vowel.
- Confusing it with "gear" in different contexts: Some may mispronounce "gear" when referring to equipment versus the verb "to gear." The pronunciation remains the same, but context is key. Tip: Practice sentences to grasp the correct usage and pronunciation.