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Phonetic Transcription:
lɜːn
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It is gratifying to see someone learn from the course.
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Common mistakes of learn pronunciation
- Overemphasizing the "ea": Many learners pronounce "learn" with a strong emphasis on "ea," sounding like "lee-urn." This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /lɜrn/ in US and /lɜːn/ in UK. Tip: Focus on the "l" and "rn" sounds.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some people say "learn" with a short vowel sound, like "lern." This alters the meaning and sound. The correct vowel sound is /ɜr/ in US and /ɜː/ in UK. Tip: Practice the vowel sound by stretching it out.
- Adding a vowel sound before "rn": A common mistake is inserting an extra vowel sound, making it sound like "learn-uh." This is not standard. The correct pronunciation is /lɜrn/ or /lɜːn/. Tip: Keep the "rn" cluster together without breaks.
- Confusing with "yearn": Some confuse "learn" with "yearn," leading to mispronunciation. "Yearn" has a different vowel sound /jɜrn/ in US and /jɜːn/ in UK. Tip: Practice saying them in pairs to distinguish the sounds clearly.
- Ignoring stress patterns: Learners often misplace stress, saying "learn" with equal emphasis on both syllables. The correct stress is on the single syllable /lɜrn/ in US and /lɜːn/ in UK. Tip: Remember, "learn" is a one-syllable word, so keep it concise.