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mind
Definition:
(nou) that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason (nou) recall or remembrance (nou) an opinion formed by judging something (nou) an important intellectual (nou) attention (nou) your intention; what you intend to do (nou) knowledge and intellectual ability
Phonetic Transcription:
maɪnd
Examples:
The shape of the thinking man represents the unification of the mind and body.
Make up your mind and apply some congruity to your thinking.
What comes to your mind when you think about quietus
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Common mistakes of mind pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "mind" with a short vowel sound, as in "min". This is incorrect; the correct pronunciation is /maɪnd/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Practice elongating the vowel sound to "ai" as in "high".
- Ignoring the final consonant: A common mistake is dropping the final "d" sound, making it sound like "min". This alters the meaning. The correct pronunciation is /maɪnd/. Tip: Emphasize the "d" at the end to ensure clarity.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may stress the second syllable, saying "mi-nd". However, "mind" is a single-syllable word with primary stress on the only syllable /maɪnd/. Tip: Focus on delivering the word in one smooth sound to maintain the correct stress.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "mind" with "mine", leading to mispronunciation. While "mind" is /maɪnd/, "mine" is /maɪn/. Tip: Listen to native speakers to distinguish the subtle differences in pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "m" sound: Some may pronounce "mind" with an exaggerated "m" sound, making it sound like "mmind". The correct pronunciation is /maɪnd/. Tip: Keep the "m" sound soft and smooth to avoid distortion.