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matter
Definition:
(nou) a vaguely specified concern (nou) some situation or event that is thought about (nou) that which has mass and occupies space (nou) a problem (nou) having consequence (nou) written works (especially in books or magazines)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈmætə
Examples:
The subject matter is deserving of coverage.
The subject matter is of foliage and flowers.
The subject matter is practically the same.
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Common mistakes of matter pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "mat-TER" instead of the correct "MAT-ter" (ˈmætər in US, ˈmætə in UK). Tip: Remember, the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: People often mispronounce the vowel in "matter" as "ee," leading to "meet-er." The correct vowel sound is "æ" (as in "cat"). Tip: Practice saying "cat" to get the right vowel sound.
- Dropping the final "r": In some accents, learners may drop the "r" sound, saying "mat-tuh" instead of "matter" (ˈmætər in US, ˈmætə in UK). Tip: Focus on pronouncing the "r" clearly to avoid this mistake.
- Overemphasizing "t": Some might pronounce "matter" with an exaggerated "t," sounding like "ma-ter." The correct pronunciation has a softer "t" sound. Tip: Keep the "t" light and quick to sound more natural.
- Confusing with "mutter": Learners sometimes mix up "matter" with "mutter," resulting in incorrect pronunciation. "Mutter" has a different vowel sound (ˈmʌtər in US, ˈmʌtə in UK). Tip: Distinguish the vowel sounds by practicing both words.