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How to pronounce:
loose
Phonetic Transcription:
luːs
Examples:
The movie is ingratiating and loose.
Is the power jack in the laptop loose
It's too flabby and loose at the moment.
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Common mistakes of loose pronunciation
- Mispronouncing as "looz": Some speakers say "looz" /luːz/ instead of "loose" /luːs/. This changes the meaning to "lose," which is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the final "s" sound to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Confusing with "loose" and "loose": The words "loose" /luːs/ and "lose" /luːz/ are often mixed up. This can lead to misunderstandings in conversation. Tip: Remember that "loose" means not tight, while "lose" refers to misplacing something.
- Overemphasizing the vowel sound: Some pronounce "loose" with an overly drawn-out vowel, sounding like "looooose." This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the vowel sound short and crisp, ensuring it sounds like /luːs/.
- Incorrect stress placement: Non-native speakers might incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "LOOSE" instead of the correct pronunciation /luːs/. Tip: The stress should be on the vowel sound, not on the first syllable.
- Adding an extra vowel sound: Some may unintentionally add an extra vowel sound, saying "loosee." This is incorrect and can confuse listeners. Tip: Stick to the simple two-syllable sound /luːs/ without extra vowels.