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honor
Definition:
(nou) a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction (nou) the state of being honored (nou) the quality of being honorable and having a good name (nou) a woman's virtue or chastity
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɒnə
Examples:
The audit verified his philanthropy and Glen was awarded the honor.
The major poetry award offered by 'Descant' is named in her honor.
It is disrespectful to the honor.
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Common mistakes of honor pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "ho-NOR" instead of "HON-or". Correct pronunciation is /ˈɒn.ər/ in UK and /ˈɑː.nɚ/ in US. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
- Omitting the "h" sound: Some people pronounce "honor" as "onor", dropping the initial "h". This is incorrect. The "h" should be pronounced clearly as /h/. Tip: Practice saying "h" before "onor" to ensure clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sound: In "honor", the "o" can be mispronounced. Some might say "honor" with a long "o" sound, like "ho-nor". The correct UK pronunciation has a short "o" sound /ɒ/, while US has /ɑ/. Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the correct vowel sound.
- Confusing with "honour": The spelling "honour" is used in UK English, but the pronunciation remains the same. Some learners may mistakenly think the pronunciation changes. Both are pronounced as /ˈɒn.ər/ in UK and /ˈɑː.nɚ/ in US. Tip: Remember, pronunciation does not change with spelling variations.
- Overemphasizing the "r": In American English, the "r" in "honor" should not be overly pronounced. Some learners say it too strongly, sounding like "honorrr". The correct pronunciation is softer, especially in UK English. Tip: Practice a light touch on the "r" at the end.