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grass

Definition:

(nou) narrow-leaved green herbage: grown as lawns; used as pasture for grazing animals; cut and dried as hay (nou) German writer of novels and poetry and plays (born 1927) (nou) a police informer who implicates many people (nou) bulky food like grass or hay for browsing or grazing horses or cattle (nou) street names for marijuana

Phonetic Transcription:

ɡrɑːs

Examples:

The grass in the meadow garden is mowed only once or twice a year.

They can be first seen when the grass plants in the area begin to wilt.

Dogs wallowed on the grass.

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fruit

garden

plant

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Common mistakes of grass pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "grass" as /ɡræːs/ (UK), confusing it with "grass" as /ɡræs/ (US). Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound in "grass" to ensure clarity.
Overemphasizing the "g": A common error is to stress the "g" too heavily, making it sound like "guh-rass." Tip: Keep the "g" light and blend it smoothly with the "r" for proper pronunciation.
Ignoring the final "s": Some speakers may drop the final "s," saying "gras." This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Always pronounce the final "s" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
Incorrect stress placement: A few might incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "grass" as /ˈɡræːs/. Tip: Remember that "grass" is a one-syllable word, so keep the stress on the single syllable.
Mixing up with "grasp": Confusing "grass" with "grasp" can happen, leading to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds—"grass" has the short "a" sound, while "grasp" has a different vowel quality.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "grass" in American English?

In American English, "grass" is pronounced as /ɡræs/, with the stress on the single syllable. The "a" in "grass" sounds like the short vowel sound in "cat."

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

In British English, "grass" is also pronounced as /ɡrɑːs/, where the "a" has a longer vowel sound similar to "father." The primary stress remains on the first syllable in both accents.

What is the syllable structure of the word "grass"?

The word "grass" has one syllable, pronounced /ɡræs/. The single syllable contains a consonant cluster at the beginning and ends with a voiced consonant sound.

Are there any common mistakes people make when pronouncing "grass"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing "grass" with a long "a" sound, leading to /ɡrɑːs/. Remember, the correct pronunciation uses a short "a" sound, /ɡræs/.