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goes

Definition:

(nou) a time for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) (nou) street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine (nou) a usually brief attempt (nou) a board game for two players who place counters on a grid; the object is to surround and so capture the opponent's counters

Phonetic Transcription:

ɡəʊ

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Common mistakes of goes pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "goes" with an incorrect vowel, saying /ɡoʊz/ instead of the correct /ɡoʊz/ (US) or /ɡəʊz/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the long "o" sound and practice with similar words.
Ignoring the final "s" sound: A common mistake is to drop the "s" at the end, saying /ɡoʊ/ or /ɡəʊ/ instead of /ɡoʊz/ (US) or /ɡəʊz/ (UK). Tip: Emphasize the "z" sound to ensure clarity.
Incorrect stress placement: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying /ɡoʊs/ instead of the proper single-syllable pronunciation /ɡoʊz/ (US) or /ɡəʊz/ (UK). Tip: Remember that "goes" is one syllable with a single stress.
Overemphasizing the "g" sound: Learners sometimes pronounce "goes" with a heavy "g" sound, making it sound like /ɡɡoʊz/. Tip: Keep the "g" soft and smooth, focusing on the vowel that follows.
Confusing with "go": Some may pronounce "goes" as "go" (/ɡoʊ/) without the "s" sound. Tip: Practice saying "goes" in sentences to reinforce the "s" sound at the end.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "goes"?

In American English, "goes" is pronounced as /ɡoʊz/ with a single syllable. The vowel sound is a long "o," similar to the word "nose."

What is the stress pattern in "goes"?

The word "goes" has primary stress on the first and only syllable, which is pronounced as /ɡoʊz/. There are no secondary stresses in this word.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "goes"?

A frequent mistake is mispronouncing "goes" as /ɡəz/, which adds an incorrect schwa sound. Remember to keep the long "o" sound clear and avoid reducing it.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "goes" between American and British English?

No, the pronunciation of "goes" is the same in both American and British English, pronounced as /ɡoʊz/. The long "o" sound is consistent across both dialects.