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How to pronounce:
jean
Definition:
(nou) close-fitting trousers of heavy denim for manual work or casual wear (nou) a coarse durable twill-weave cotton fabric
Phonetic Transcription:
dʒiːn
Examples:
This is my favorite jean to wear.
Everyday I see him, he always wears a jean.
That jean seems to be nice.
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Common mistakes of jean pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "jean" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying /dʒin/ instead of /dʒiːn/ (UK) or /dʒin/ (US). Tip: Focus on elongating the "ee" sound to achieve the correct pronunciation.
- Confusing with "gene": The word "jean" is often confused with "gene," leading to mispronunciation. "Gene" is pronounced /dʒiːn/ (UK) and /dʒin/ (US), but "jean" has a slightly different vowel sound. Tip: Remember that "jean" has a longer "ee" sound.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "jean" as /dʒiˈan/. The correct pronunciation is a single syllable: /dʒiːn/ (UK) or /dʒin/ (US). Tip: Practice saying "jean" as one fluid sound.
- Overemphasizing the "j" sound: Learners sometimes pronounce "jean" with an exaggerated "j" sound, making it sound like /dʒeɪn/. The correct pronunciation is /dʒiːn/ (UK) or /dʒin/ (US). Tip: Keep the "j" soft and blend it smoothly with the vowel sound.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some people mistakenly pronounce "jean" with a hard ending, as in /dʒinʊ/. The correct pronunciation is /dʒiːn/ (UK) or /dʒin/ (US), with a clear ending. Tip: Ensure the word ends softly without extra sounds.