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monday
Definition:
(nou) the second day of the week; the first working day
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈmʌndi
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Common mistakes of monday pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "mon-DAY". The correct pronunciation is "ˈmʌn.deɪ" in both US and UK English. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel sound confusion: "Monday" has the short "u" sound as in "fun" (ˈmʌn). Some might pronounce it with a long "o" sound. Tip: Practice saying "m" followed by "un" to get the correct vowel sound.
- Dropping the final "y": Some speakers may unintentionally drop the final "y" sound, pronouncing it as "mon-de". The correct pronunciation is "ˈmʌn.deɪ". Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the "deɪ" at the end.
- Overemphasizing the "n": Learners may overemphasize the "n" sound, making it sound nasal. The correct pronunciation has a softer "n" sound. Tip: Focus on a smoother transition from "m" to "un".
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may pronounce "monday" with a short vowel sound, as in "cat". The correct pronunciation features a diphthong in "deɪ". Tip: Practice with words like "day" to get the vowel length right.