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How to pronounce:
heavy
Definition:
(nou) an actor who plays villainous roles (nou) a serious (or tragic) role in a play
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈhevi
Examples:
The wood is hard and heavy and is used in general construction and for firewood.
He was heavy into seances and the such.
The equipage was a heavy object.
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Common mistakes of heavy pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "heavy" with a long "e" sound, as in "ee". The correct pronunciation is /ˈhɛvi/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Practice saying "heh" to get the right vowel sound.
- Misplacing stress: Some people mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "he-'avy". The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈhɛvi/. Tip: Emphasize the "he" part more to avoid this mistake.
- Overemphasizing the "h": Some learners pronounce the "h" too strongly, making it sound like "hey-vee". The correct pronunciation is /ˈhɛvi/, where "h" is softer. Tip: Focus on a gentle "h" sound, similar to "hat".
- Omitting the "y" sound: A common mistake is to drop the "y" sound at the end, saying "hev". The correct pronunciation includes the "y": /ˈhɛvi/. Tip: Make sure to finish with a clear "vee" sound.
- Confusing with "heavily": Some learners mix up "heavy" with "heavily", mistakenly pronouncing it as if it has three syllables. "Heavy" has only two: /ˈhɛvi/. Tip: Remember that "heavy" is shorter and simpler than "heavily".