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grain
Definition:
(nou) a relatively small granular particle of a substance (nou) foodstuff prepared from the starchy grains of cereal grasses (nou) the side of leather from which the hair has been removed (nou) a weight unit used for pearls or diamonds: 50 mg or 1/4 carat (nou) 1/60 dram; equals an avoirdupois grain or 64.799 milligrams (nou) 1/7000 pound; equals a troy grain or 64.799 milligrams (nou) dry seed-like fruit produced by the cereal grasses: e.g. wheat, barley, Indian corn (nou) a cereal grass (nou) the smallest possible unit of anything (nou) the direction, texture, or pattern of fibers found in wood or leather or stone or in a woven fabric (nou) the physical composition of something (especially with respect to the size and shape of the small constituents of a substance)
Phonetic Transcription:
ɡreɪn
Examples:
The Japanese confiscated the grain and rice and the population starved.
The best grain to parch is grain that is slightly under ripe.
Chaff is the scales that protect the grain, while bran is part of the grain.
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Common mistakes of grain pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "grain" with a short vowel sound, like in "cat." The correct pronunciation is /ɡreɪn/ (US) and /ɡreɪn/ (UK). Tip: Focus on making the "ai" sound long, as in "train."
- Ignoring the initial consonant: A common mistake is omitting the initial /ɡ/ sound, leading to pronunciation like "rain." Remember, "grain" starts with a strong "g" sound. Tip: Emphasize the "g" at the beginning to differentiate it from similar words.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "gra-in." The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈɡreɪn/. Tip: Practice saying "grain" with emphasis on the first part to get it right.
- Over-articulating the "r": Learners sometimes overemphasize the "r" sound, making it sound too harsh. The correct pronunciation is smoother: /ɡreɪn/. Tip: Relax your tongue when saying the "r" to achieve a more natural sound.
- Confusing with similar words: It's easy to confuse "grain" with "gain" or "train." Each has a distinct meaning and sound. "Grain" is /ɡreɪn/, while "gain" is /ɡeɪn/. Tip: Practice distinguishing these words by repeating them in pairs.