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loathing
Definition:
(nou) hate coupled with disgust
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈləʊðɪŋ
Examples:
A little fear and loathing is not always bad.
But there are few professions that evoke such loathing as football.
The man's loathing of the woman is duly noted.
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Common mistakes of loathing pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "loath-ing." The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈloʊ.ðɪŋ/ (US), /ˈləʊ.ðɪŋ/ (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "loath" part.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "oa" in "loathing" as /oʊ/ instead of /oʊ/. This can lead to confusion with words like "loaf." Tip: Focus on the long "o" sound in "loath."
- Overemphasizing the "th": Some speakers may pronounce the "th" too harshly, making it sound like /θ/. The correct pronunciation is a softer /ð/. Tip: Place your tongue gently between your teeth for the right sound.
- Dropping the final "g": Some may pronounce "loathing" as "loathin'," omitting the final "g." This is incorrect. The "g" should be clearly pronounced as /ɪŋ/. Tip: Always articulate the "g" at the end to ensure clarity.
- Confusing with "loathe": Learners sometimes mix up "loathing" with "loathe," which has different meanings. "Loathing" (/ˈloʊ.ðɪŋ/ in US and /ˈləʊ.ðɪŋ/ in UK) refers to intense dislike, while "loathe" is a verb. Tip: Remember that "loathing" is a noun, marking the feeling of disgust.