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infant

Definition:

(nou) a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈɪnfənt

Examples:

So who are the man, the child, the girl, the man and the infant

Infant mortality is the death of an infant in the first year of life.

An infant in the vehicle was unhurt.

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child

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Common mistakes of infant pronunciation

Stress misplacement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "in-FANT". The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈɪn.fənt/ in US and /ˈɪn.fənt/ in UK. Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable.
Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "infant" with an "e" sound, saying /ˈɪn.fɛnt/. The correct pronunciation uses a schwa in the second syllable: /ˈɪn.fənt/. Tip: Practice the schwa sound, as it is common in unstressed syllables.
Overemphasis on the "t": Learners sometimes overpronounce the "t" at the end, saying "in-fant" with a strong "t" sound. The correct pronunciation is softer: /ˈɪn.fənt/. Tip: Focus on a light touch for the final "t".
Missing the schwa: Some may omit the second syllable altogether, pronouncing it as "INFANT" with only one syllable. The full pronunciation is /ˈɪn.fənt/. Tip: Remember that every syllable counts; practice saying both parts clearly.
Mispronouncing the "i": A common mistake is to pronounce the "i" as in "ice", saying "in-fant". The correct sound is as in "in": /ˈɪn.fənt/. Tip: Practice the short "i" sound to avoid this error.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "infant" correctly?

The word "infant" is pronounced as /ˈɪn.fənt/ in both American and British English. The primary stress is on the first syllable, "in", while the second syllable has a schwa sound, pronounced like "fənt".

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "infant" between US and UK English?

No, the pronunciation of "infant" is the same in both American and British English, which is /ˈɪn.fənt/. Both dialects place the primary stress on the first syllable.

What syllables are in the word "infant"?

The word "infant" has two syllables: "in" and "fant". The first syllable is stressed, making it pronounced clearly, while the second syllable is softer and features a schwa sound.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "infant"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, such as stressing the second syllable instead of the first. Remember, the correct pronunciation emphasizes the first syllable: /ˈɪn.fənt/, ensuring clarity when speaking.