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How to pronounce:
ice
Definition:
(nou) water frozen in the solid state (nou) the frozen part of a body of water (nou) diamonds (nou) a flavored sugar topping used to coat and decorate cakes (nou) a frozen dessert with fruit flavoring (especially one containing no milk) (nou) an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant (nou) a heat engine in which combustion occurs inside the engine rather than in a separate furnace; heat expands a gas that either moves a piston or turns a gas turbine (nou) a rink with a floor of ice for ice hockey or ice skating
Phonetic Transcription:
aɪs
Examples:
Snow and ice could snarl morning commute.
The glacial zone is the area of permanent snow and ice.
The ice machine didn't refrigerate the ice, just drained the water.
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Common mistakes of ice pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "ice" with a short vowel sound, like "ihs". This is incorrect. The correct vowel sound is a long "i" /aɪ/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on elongating the "i" sound when saying "ice".
- Overemphasizing the "c": It's common to hear "ice" pronounced with an exaggerated "c" sound, almost like "icee". This can lead to confusion. The "c" should be soft and quick, not stressed. Tip: Say "ice" smoothly without lingering on the "c".
- Dropping the ending sound: Some may pronounce "ice" as "i", omitting the final "ce". This changes the word entirely. The ending "ce" is essential for clarity. Tip: Practice saying "ice" with a clear "s" sound at the end to avoid dropping it.
- Incorrect stress placement: Learners sometimes stress the wrong syllable, saying "ice" with emphasis on the "c" instead of the "i". In "ice", the stress is on the vowel /aɪ/. Tip: Remember that "ice" is a one-syllable word, so the stress is naturally on the "i".
- Mixing up with similar words: Confusion may arise with words like "aisle" or "is". "Ice" has a distinct sound with a long "i" /aɪs/. Tip: Practice differentiating "ice" by focusing on its unique vowel sound and clear pronunciation.