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How to pronounce:
gin
Definition:
(nou) strong liquor flavored with juniper berries (nou) a trap for birds or small mammals; often has a slip noose (nou) a machine that separates the seeds from raw cotton fibers (nou) a form of rummy in which a player can go out if the cards remaining in their hand total less than 10 points
Phonetic Transcription:
dʒɪn
Examples:
The traditional way of making gin is to infuse gin with the berries.
The traditional way of making sloe gin is to infuse gin with the berries.
The image is rubbed with gin and then burnished.
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Common mistakes of gin pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "gin" with a long "i" sound, as in "jean." The correct pronunciation is /dʒɪn/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound, similar to "sit."
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some may pronounce "gin" with a hard "g" like in "go." Instead, it should be pronounced with a soft "g" /dʒ/, as in "jam." Tip: Practice saying "j" words to get comfortable with the sound.
- Ignoring the nasal "n": A common mistake is to drop the "n" at the end of "gin," making it sound like "ji." The correct pronunciation includes the nasal "n" /n/. Tip: Emphasize the "n" by saying "in" before "gin" to reinforce the sound.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some learners might incorrectly stress the second syllable or place equal emphasis on both. "Gin" is a single-syllable word, pronounced /dʒɪn/. Tip: Keep your focus on the single syllable to maintain proper stress.
- Confusing with "gen": Some may mix up "gin" with "gen," leading to mispronunciation. "Gen" is pronounced /dʒɛn/, with a different vowel sound. Tip: Practice saying "gin" and "gen" in pairs to distinguish the vowel sounds clearly.