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How to pronounce:
line
Definition:
(nou) a formation of people or things one beside another (nou) a mark that is long relative to its width (nou) a formation of people or things one behind another (nou) a length (straight or curved) without breadth or thickness; the trace of a moving point (nou) text consisting of a row of words written across a page or computer screen (nou) a single frequency (or very narrow band) of radiation in a spectrum (nou) a fortified position (especially one marking the most forward position of troops) (nou) a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning (nou) a conductor for transmitting electrical or optical signals or electric power (nou) a connected series of events or actions or developments (nou) a spatial location defined by a real or imaginary unidimensional extent (nou) a slight depression in the smoothness of a surface (nou) a pipe used to transport liquids or gases (nou) the road consisting of railroad track and roadbed (nou) a telephone connection (nou) acting in conformity (nou) the descendants of one individual (nou) something (as a cord or rope) that is long and thin and flexible (nou) the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money (nou) in games or sports; a mark indicating positions or bounds of the playing area (nou) a means of communication or access (nou) a particular kind of product or merchandise (nou) a commercial organization serving as a common carrier (nou) space for one line of print (one column wide and 1/14 inch deep) used to measure advertising (nou) the maximum credit that a customer is allowed (nou) a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence (nou) persuasive but insincere talk that is usually intended to deceive or impress (nou) a short personal letter (nou) a conceptual separation or distinction (nou) mechanical system in a factory whereby an article is conveyed through sites at which successive operations are performed on it
Phonetic Transcription:
laɪn
Examples:
It was the junction of a short branch line to Chard.
The origins of the limits vary depending on the length of the line.
It was not long before the future of the line was in jeopardy.
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Common mistakes of line pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners confuse the vowel sound in "line" with "lin" (/lɪn/). Tip: Remember that "line" has the long "i" sound, pronounced as /laɪn/.
- Ignoring the final "e": A common mistake is omitting the final "e" in "line," pronouncing it as "lin" (/lɪn/). Tip: Always pronounce the "e" silently, which elongates the vowel sound.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some speakers place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "li-NE." Tip: The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈlaɪn/.
- Overemphasizing the "l": Learners may overpronounce the "l" in "line," making it sound too heavy. Tip: Keep the "l" light and clear, ensuring it blends smoothly with the vowel sound.
- Mispronouncing in connected speech: In fast speech, some may reduce "line" to sound like "l'n." Tip: Practice saying "line" clearly, even in conversation, to maintain clarity.