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moth
Definition:
(nou) typically crepuscular or nocturnal insect having a stout body and feathery or hairlike antennae
Phonetic Transcription:
mɒθ
Examples:
The dreamy, unrealistic young moth keeps focused on flying to a star.
The habitat of the moth is damp forests.
The moth attaches itself to the eyelid.
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Common mistakes of moth pronunciation
- Vowel sound confusion: Some learners mispronounce "moth" with a long vowel sound, saying /moʊθ/ instead of the correct /mɔθ/ (US) or /mɒθ/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the short "o" sound, similar to "cot."
- Incorrect "th" sound: Many people pronounce "moth" with a hard "t" sound, saying /mɑt/ instead of /mɔθ/ (US) or /mɒθ/ (UK). Tip: Practice the "th" by placing your tongue between your teeth, producing a soft sound.
- Stress placement: Some learners mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "moTH" instead of the correct single-syllable pronunciation /mɔθ/ (US) or /mɒθ/ (UK). Tip: Remember that "moth" is a one-syllable word; emphasize the entire word equally.
- Adding extra syllables: A common error is pronouncing "moth" as two syllables, like "mo-th." This is incorrect as "moth" is a single syllable /mɔθ/ (US) or /mɒθ/ (UK). Tip: Say the word quickly to maintain its single-syllable structure.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some learners say "moth" with a silent "h," resulting in /mɔt/ instead of /mɔθ/ (US) or /mɒθ/ (UK). Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "th" sound at the end clearly to avoid confusion.