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How to pronounce:
lose
Phonetic Transcription:
luːz
Examples:
If the player hand loses both the Ante and Play wagers lose.
They did not lose the informality.
That I will habituate and lose the vision.
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Common mistakes of lose pronunciation
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "lose" with a short vowel sound, like "luhz" [lʊz]. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the long "o" sound [oʊ] in US and [əʊ] in UK.
- Confusing with "loose": Many mix up "lose" and "loose" due to similar spelling. "Loose" [luːs] means something that is not tight. Tip: Remember that "lose" has a long "o" sound, while "loose" has a prolonged "oo" sound.
- Dropping the final "s" sound: Some speakers may unintentionally drop the "s" in "lose," pronouncing it as "loo." This changes the meaning. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the final "s" clearly to maintain the word's meaning.
- Incorrect stress placement: Learners may stress the wrong syllable, saying "LOO-se" instead of "lose." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Remember that "lose" is a single-syllable word; stress is not applicable here.
- Overemphasizing the "l" sound: Some might pronounce "lose" with an exaggerated "l," sounding like "luhz." This is incorrect. Tip: Keep the "l" sound soft and smooth, focusing on the vowel transition.