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giant
Definition:
(nou) any creature of exceptional size (nou) a person of exceptional importance and reputation (nou) an unusually large enterprise (nou) a very large person; impressive in size or qualities (nou) someone or something that is abnormally large and powerful (nou) an imaginary figure of superhuman size and strength; appears in folklore and fairy tales (nou) a very bright star of large diameter and low density (relative to the Sun)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdʒaɪənt
Examples:
The enormous body of the giant takes up the centre of the composition.
A large assortment of giant robots are used by the monsters of the series.
The cataclysmic battle between the two giant monsters then begins.
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Common mistakes of giant pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners may incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying "gi-ant" instead of "giant." This leads to mispronunciation. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: ˈdʒaɪ.ənt.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many pronounce "giant" with a short "i" sound, resulting in "gint" instead of the correct "giant." The correct vowel sound is a diphthong: ˈdʒaɪ. Tip: Focus on the "ai" to produce the correct sound.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some speakers may pronounce the "g" too harshly, sounding more like "guy-ant." This can distort the word. Tip: Use a softer "g" sound, as in "go," to maintain clarity: ˈdʒaɪ.ənt.
- Omitting the second syllable: A common mistake is to say "giant" as a single syllable, "jant." This simplifies the word incorrectly. Tip: Remember that "giant" has two syllables: ˈdʒaɪ.ənt; pronounce both clearly.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "giant" with "gien" or "gyn," leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the correct pronunciation of "giant" to avoid mixing it up with other words: ˈdʒaɪ.ənt.