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hurricane
Definition:
(nou) a severe tropical cyclone usually with heavy rains and winds moving a 73-136 knots (12 on the Beaufort scale)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈhʌrɪkən
Examples:
At the time, the hurricane was the strongest storm of the season.
It was the final storm of the hyperactive 2005 Atlantic hurricane season.
The hurricane was the strongest storm of the season and caused 26 deaths.
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Common mistakes of hurricane pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many people stress the second syllable instead of the first, saying "hurr-i-cane" instead of "HUR-ri-cane" (ˈhɜːrɪkeɪn in US, ˈhʌrɪkeɪn in UK). Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable to pronounce "hurricane" correctly.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: Some might say "hurr-i-cane" with unclear vowel sounds. The correct pronunciation includes the long "u" sound as in "HUR" (ˈhɜːr in US, ˈhʌr in UK). Tip: Focus on making the "u" sound long and clear.
- Omitting the "r" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce it as "huh-i-cane," dropping the "r." This leads to confusion with other words. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "r" in "hurricane" clearly for accurate communication.
- Overemphasizing the second syllable: Some speakers might say "hurr-i-CANE," placing too much emphasis on the last syllable. The correct stress is on the first syllable. Tip: Practice saying "HUR-ri-cane" to maintain the right rhythm and stress.
- Confusing "hurricane" with similar words: People may mix up "hurricane" with "hurrying" or "hurricane" with "hurricane," leading to unclear communication. Tip: Remember that "hurricane" has a distinct pronunciation (ˈhɜːrɪkeɪn / ˈhʌrɪkeɪn) and context.