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How to pronounce:
hear
Phonetic Transcription:
hɪə
Examples:
It exults me to hear your daughter is feeling better.
He did not want to hear the deprecatory story telling.
In the blackboard scene, we hear Bart reading the phrase translated.
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Common mistakes of hear pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "hear" as "hair" /hɛr/ instead of /hɪr/ (US) or /hɪə/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the "ee" sound in "hear" to distinguish it from "hair."
- Ignoring the "h" sound: A common mistake is omitting the initial "h" sound, resulting in "ear" /ɪr/. Tip: Practice starting with a strong "h" sound, as in "hat," to ensure clarity.
- Adding an extra vowel: Some may unintentionally add an extra vowel, saying "he-ar" /hiːər/. Tip: Keep the pronunciation smooth and concise, focusing on the single syllable of "hear."
- Confusing "hear" with "here": Learners sometimes mix up "hear" /hɪr/ (to perceive sound) with "here" /hɪr/ (in this place). Tip: Remember that "hear" relates to sound, while "here" indicates location.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "he-ar." Tip: Emphasize the single syllable of "hear" to maintain proper pronunciation and avoid confusion.