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How to pronounce:
hungry
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈhʌŋɡri
Examples:
A hungry stomach seldom loathes common victuals.
The hungry losers would watch the winners eat.
The cat was roving and looked hungry.
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Common mistakes of hungry pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "hun-gry" instead of "hun-gry". The correct pronunciation is /ˈhʌŋ.ɡri/ in US and /ˈhʌŋ.ɡri/ in UK. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Omitting the "g" sound: Some may pronounce "hungry" as "hun-ry", dropping the "g" sound. This leads to misunderstanding. The correct pronunciation includes the "g", as in /ˈhʌŋ.ɡri/. Tip: Practice saying the "g" clearly to avoid confusion.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "u" in "hungry" as "oo", resulting in "hoon-gry". The correct sound is /ʌ/, as in "cup". Tip: Focus on the short "u" sound to improve accuracy.
- Adding an extra syllable: Some learners say "hun-gree" instead of "hungry", adding an unnecessary syllable. This alters the word's meaning. The correct form is a two-syllable word: /ˈhʌŋ.ɡri/. Tip: Practice pronouncing it as two distinct syllables.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "hungry" with "angry" due to their similar sounds. The stress patterns differ, with "angry" being /ˈæŋ.ɡri/. Tip: Pay attention to the initial vowel sound to distinguish between the two words.