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gloomy
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɡluːmi
Examples:
The school is gloomy, and dark, and lifeless.
It was a gloomy prognostication.
The song describes the gloomy months.
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Common mistakes of gloomy pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "gloo-MY" instead of "GLOO-my". Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable, as indicated by the IPA /ˈɡluːmi/ in both US and UK pronunciations.
- Overemphasizing the vowel: A common mistake is to overemphasize the "oo" sound, resulting in "gloooomy". Tip: Focus on a shorter, more natural "oo" sound, as in /ˈɡluːmi/, to maintain clarity.
- Dropping the final "y": Some might pronounce "gloomy" as "gloom", omitting the "y" sound. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "y" at the end, which is crucial for the correct pronunciation /ˈɡluːmi/.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "gloomy" with "gloaming", leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Pay attention to the distinct vowel sounds in "gloomy" /ˈɡluːmi/ versus "gloaming" /ˈɡloʊmɪŋ/ to avoid errors.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may pronounce "gloomy" with a short "oo" sound, like "glum". Tip: Practice elongating the "oo" sound to match the IPA /ˈɡluːmi/, ensuring you capture the word's essence.