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guardian
Definition:
(nou) a person who cares for persons or property
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɡɑːdɪən
Examples:
Hal is the eighth guardian of the orphans, and the first unofficial guardian.
He was the guardian of the forest.
It is the guardian and protector of eternity.
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Common mistakes of guardian pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "guar-DI-an" /ɡɑːrˈdiːən/ (US) or /ˈɡɑː.di.ən/ (UK). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "GUAR-dian".
- Dropping the "u": A common mistake is pronouncing "guardian" as "garden" /ˈɡɑːrdən/. Tip: Ensure to include the "u" sound, making it clear: "GUAR-dian".
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "guardian" with a short "a," sounding like "gardian." Tip: Focus on the correct vowel sound /ɑː/, as in "car," to maintain clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Learners often stress the "d" sound too heavily, resulting in "guar-DIAN." Tip: Keep the "d" subtle and smooth, ensuring it blends naturally in the word.
- Incorrectly pronouncing the final syllable: Some might say "guardian" as "guar-dee-an." Tip: Practice the ending as "ian" /iən/ to sound more natural and fluent.