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How to pronounce:
moan
Definition:
(nou) an utterance expressing pain or disapproval
Phonetic Transcription:
məʊn
Examples:
The oni seems to moan disconsolately.
During the nightmare, the sleeper may moan and move slightly.
Both Weevils moan, backing up and cowering in the corners of their cells.
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Common mistakes of moan pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "moan" with a short vowel sound, like in "man." The correct pronunciation is /moʊn/ in US and /məʊn/ in UK. Tip: Focus on the long "o" sound to avoid confusion.
- Overemphasizing the "m": A common mistake is to stress the "m" sound too heavily, making it sound like "mmoan." The correct stress is on the vowel, as in /moʊn/ or /məʊn/. Tip: Keep the "m" soft and focus on the vowel.
- Incorrect final consonant: Some may drop the "n" at the end, saying "moa" instead of "moan." The correct pronunciation includes the "n" sound, as in /moʊn/ or /məʊn/. Tip: Always pronounce the final "n" clearly to complete the word.
- Mixing up with "mown": Learners sometimes confuse "moan" with "mown," which has a different meaning. "Mown" is pronounced /moʊn/ in US and /məʊn/ in UK but refers to grass being cut. Tip: Remember that "moan" relates to a sound of pain or pleasure.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some may incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "MO-an." The correct pronunciation stresses the single syllable: /moʊn/ or /məʊn/. Tip: Practice saying "moan" as one smooth sound to help with correct stress.