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moon
Definition:
(nou) the natural satellite of the Earth (nou) any object resembling a moon (nou) the period between successive new moons (29.531 days) (nou) the light of the Moon (nou) United States religious leader (born in Korea) who founded the Unification Church in 1954; was found guilty of conspiracy to evade taxes (born in 1920) (nou) any natural satellite of a planet
Phonetic Transcription:
muːn
Examples:
It was a magnificent night and the moon was resplendent.
This user hides during the day and at night howls to the moon.
He made the angels, and the sun, moon and the stars to dwell in the universe.
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Common mistakes of moon pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "moon" with a short vowel sound, like "mʊn". This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the long "oo" sound, as in "mʊn" versus "muːn".
- Incorrect stress placement: The word "moon" is a single syllable, so it has no secondary stress. Some may mistakenly add stress, thinking it has two parts. Tip: Say "moon" as one smooth sound, emphasizing the "m" and "n".
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "moon" with "morn" or "man". Each has a distinct vowel sound. "Moon" uses the "oo" sound, while "morn" has "ɔː". Tip: Practice by saying "moon" clearly and contrasting it with "morn".
- Overemphasizing the "m" sound: Some speakers might put too much emphasis on the initial "m" in "moon", making it sound harsh. Tip: Keep the "m" soft and smooth, transitioning quickly to the "oo" sound.
- Neglecting the nasal "n" sound: Occasionally, learners may not pronounce the final "n" clearly, making "moon" sound incomplete. Tip: Ensure the "n" is pronounced well to finish the word crisply, as in "muːn".