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How to pronounce:
handsome
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈhænsəm
Examples:
Look at the handsome man in the picture.
He is the most handsome man in the country.
He was magnanimous and handsome.
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Common mistakes of handsome pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "handsome" with a long "a" sound, like "hay." The correct pronunciation is /ˈhæn.səm/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the short "a" as in "cat."
- Misplaced stress: A common mistake is stressing the second syllable, saying "hand-SOME." The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈhæn.səm/. Tip: Practice saying "hand" with emphasis, then add "some."
- Omitting the second syllable: Some may say "hand" instead of "handsome," dropping the final syllable. The full pronunciation is /ˈhæn.səm/. Tip: Remember that "handsome" has two syllables; practice saying each clearly.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes mix up "handsome" with "handy" or "hands." "Handsome" refers to attractiveness, pronounced /ˈhæn.səm/. Tip: Create sentences using "handsome" to reinforce its meaning and pronunciation.
- Incorrect final sound: Some might pronounce "handsome" with a clear "o" at the end, saying "hand-some." The correct form is /ˈhæn.səm/, with a schwa sound. Tip: Practice saying "handsome" quickly to help reduce the vowel sound at the end.