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How to pronounce:
glance
Definition:
(nou) a quick look
Phonetic Transcription:
ɡlɑːns
Examples:
A perfunctory glance of the MOS isn't revealing.
At a glance she's the inscrutable, mysterious type.
On first glance, the latter is a pastiche of the former.
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Common mistakes of glance pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "gla-NCE" instead of the correct "GLANCE" /ɡlæns/ (US) /ɡlɑːns/ (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in "glance" can be tricky. Some may pronounce it as "glahns" with an "ah" sound. The correct pronunciation is /ɡlæns/ (US) and /ɡlɑːns/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound as in "cat."
- Over-articulating the "g": Some learners may overly emphasize the "g" at the beginning, pronouncing it as "guh-lance." The correct pronunciation is smoother as /ɡlæns/ (US) and /ɡlɑːns/ (UK). Tip: Keep the "g" soft and quick.
- Ignoring the final "ce": Occasionally, learners may drop the final "ce," saying "glan" instead of "glance." The correct form includes the "ce" sound as /ɡlæns/ (US) and /ɡlɑːns/ (UK). Tip: Always finish with the "s" sound.
- Mispronouncing the "n": Some might confuse the "n" with a nasal sound, saying "glance" like "glanceh." The correct pronunciation is /ɡlæns/ (US) and /ɡlɑːns/ (UK). Tip: Ensure the "n" is clear and distinct.