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marine
Definition:
(nou) a member of the United States Marine Corps (nou) a soldier who serves both on shipboard and on land
Phonetic Transcription:
məˈriːn
Examples:
The waters adjacent to the island are teeming with marine life.
The Weedy sea dragon is a marine fish related to the seahorse.
He invented the marine chronometer.
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Common mistakes of marine pronunciation
- Stress placement mistake: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ma-ˈreen". The correct pronunciation stresses the second syllable in both US and UK variants: /məˈriːn/. Tip: Focus on the first syllable for correct stress.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "marine" with a short "a" sound, like in "cat". The correct vowel sound is a schwa /ə/ in the first syllable: /məˈriːn/. Tip: Practice saying the first syllable quickly and lightly.
- Incorrect final sound: A common error is to add an extra "e" sound at the end, pronouncing it as "ma-REEN-e". The correct pronunciation ends with the "n" sound: /məˈriːn/. Tip: Ensure your tongue touches the roof of your mouth for the "n" sound.
- Mispronouncing the "r": Some learners may not pronounce the "r" clearly, saying "ma-ˈeen". In both US and UK pronunciations, the "r" should be pronounced distinctly: /məˈriːn/. Tip: Practice with words that emphasize the "r" sound to improve clarity.
- Regional variations: In some dialects, "marine" may be pronounced differently, leading to confusion. The standard pronunciation is /məˈriːn/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Listen to native speakers to familiarize yourself with the standard pronunciation.