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(nou) a room or building equipped with one or more toilets (nou) youngest son of Henry II; King of England from 1199 to 1216; succeeded to the throne on the death of his brother Richard I; lost his French possessions; in 1215 John was compelled by the barons to sign the Magna Carta (1167-1216) (nou) disciple of Jesus; traditionally said to be the author of the 4th Gospel and three epistles and the book of Revelation (nou) a prostitute's customer (nou) the last of the four Gospels in the New Testament

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Common mistakes of john pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "john" with a long "o" sound (as in "tone"), leading to confusion. The correct pronunciation is /dʒɒn/ in UK and /dʒɑn/ in US. Tip: Focus on the short "o" vowel sound.
Ignoring the "j" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "john" starting with a hard "j" sound, making it sound like "con." The correct pronunciation starts with the voiced "j" sound /dʒ/. Tip: Emphasize the "j" at the beginning.
Overemphasizing the "n": Some people pronounce "john" with a heavy emphasis on the "n," making it sound overly nasal. The correct stress is on the "j" and "o." Tip: Keep the "n" soft and quick.
Confusing "john" with similar names: Learners often mix up "john" with "jon" or "Joan," leading to miscommunication. Remember that "john" has a distinct "j" sound and a different vowel. Tip: Practice saying "john" clearly to differentiate it.
Neglecting syllable stress: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable or treat "john" as a two-syllable word. "John" is a single-syllable word /dʒɒn/ (UK) or /dʒɑn/ (US). Tip: Keep it to one smooth syllable.

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How is "john" pronounced in American English?

In American English, "john" is pronounced as /dʒɑn/, with the stress on the first syllable. The "j" sounds like the "j" in "jam," and the "o" is pronounced as the open back unrounded vowel, similar to "ah."

Are there any differences in the pronunciation of "john" between American and British English?

The pronunciation of "john" is generally the same in both American and British English, pronounced as /dʒɒn/ in UK English. The main difference is in the vowel sound, where the British version uses a short "o" sound, like in "cot."

Does "john" have any silent letters or unusual sounds?

No, "john" does not have any silent letters, and all the letters are pronounced. The "j" is pronounced as /dʒ/, and the vowel sound is clear, making it straightforward to say.

What are some common mistakes people make when pronouncing "john"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing the vowel sound, especially for non-native speakers who might use a different vowel sound. It's important to remember the correct sounds: /dʒ/ for "j" and the appropriate vowel sound, whether in American or British English.