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How to pronounce:
going
Definition:
(nou) the act of departing (nou) euphemistic expressions for death (nou) advancing toward a goal
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɡəʊɪŋ
Examples:
I'm going to leave the flagging in for now.
I'm going to go and empty the dishwasher.
I'm going to go ahead and delete this foolery.
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Common mistakes of going pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "going" as /ˈɡoʊɪŋ/ instead of the correct /ˈɡoʊ.ɪŋ/ (US) or /ˈɡəʊ.ɪŋ/ (UK). This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Focus on the diphthong in "go" to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Many speakers stress the initial "g" too heavily, saying "going" as /ˈɡoʊ.ɪŋ/ with an exaggerated "g" sound. This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "g" soft and blend it smoothly into the vowel.
- Dropping the "ng" sound: Some people say "going" as /ˈɡoʊ.ɪ/ or /ˈɡəʊ.ɪ/, omitting the "ng" entirely. This changes the word's meaning. Tip: Practice saying "ng" as in "sing" to maintain the correct ending.
- Incorrect stress placement: Learners sometimes misplace stress, pronouncing "going" as /ˈɡɔɪ.ɪŋ/ or /ˈɡoɪ.ŋ/. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "GO-ing."
- Confusing with "go": Some may mistakenly pronounce "going" like "go" (/ɡoʊ/ or /ɡəʊ/), leading to a lack of distinction. Tip: Ensure you include the "ing" ending clearly to differentiate between the two.