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hare
Definition:
(nou) swift timid long-eared mammal larger than a rabbit having a divided upper lip and long hind legs; young born furred and with open eyes (nou) flesh of any of various rabbits or hares (wild or domesticated) eaten as food
Phonetic Transcription:
heə
Examples:
At first, the hare was afraid of the tiger.
The hunter then sees the hare sleeping.
Also, the hare is not transformed at the end of the tale.
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Common mistakes of hare pronunciation
- Vowel confusion: Some learners pronounce "hare" as /hɛr/ instead of /hɛər/ in UK or /hɛr/ in US. This changes the meaning to "hair." Tip: Focus on the diphthong sound in "hare" to differentiate it from similar words.
- Silent "h": A common mistake is to drop the "h" sound, pronouncing it as /ɛər/. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Always start with a strong "h" sound, as in "hat," to ensure clarity.
- Incorrect stress: Some may stress the second syllable, saying "ha-re" instead of the correct single-syllable pronunciation /hɛər/. Tip: Remember that "hare" is a one-syllable word; keep the emphasis on the initial sound.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Pronouncing "hare" with a final "e" sound, like /heɪ/, is incorrect. This can confuse it with "hey." Tip: Practice saying "hare" without extending the vowel at the end; it should sound short and crisp.
- Mixing with "hair": Learners sometimes confuse "hare" with "hair," leading to a mispronunciation of /hɛər/ or /hɛr/. Tip: Distinguish by practicing each word in sentences, focusing on their meanings and contexts.