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haven
Definition:
(nou) a shelter serving as a place of safety or sanctuary (nou) a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈheɪvən
Examples:
It is the ideal haven for joggers.
People followed him to the haven.
The safe haven of subjectivity that is by definition irrefutable.
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Common mistakes of haven pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "haven" as /ˈhæv.ən/ instead of /ˈheɪ.vən/. This can change the meaning. Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound in "haven" to ensure clarity.
- Ignoring the schwa: Many people overlook the schwa sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as /ˈheɪ.vɛn/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈheɪ.vən/. Tip: Practice saying "uh" for the second syllable to master the schwa.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ha-VEN" instead of the correct stress on the first syllable, "HAV-en" /ˈheɪ.vən/. Tip: Emphasize the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "haven" with "haven"t" or "haven"t" due to similar sounds. The correct pronunciation of "haven" is /ˈheɪ.vən/. Tip: Listen for the distinct vowel sounds in each word to differentiate them.
- Overemphasizing the "h": Some may pronounce the "h" too strongly, making it sound harsh, like /ˈhæv.ən/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈheɪ.vən/. Tip: Keep the "h" soft and smooth to maintain the flow of the word.