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mountain
Definition:
(nou) a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill (nou) a large number or amount or extent
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈmaʊntɪn
Examples:
The trees on the mountain are mostly plum and pear.
The forest on the mountain is an important source of firewood to the city.
Vines and almond trees are cultivated on the slopes of the mountain.
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Common mistakes of mountain pronunciation
- Silent "t": Many learners pronounce the "t" in "mountain" as /t/, resulting in "moun-tain". This is incorrect; the correct pronunciation is /ˈmaʊn.tɪn/ in US English and /ˈmaʊn.tən/ in UK English. Tip: Remember that the "t" is silent, so focus on blending the sounds smoothly.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may mispronounce the first syllable, saying "moun" as /moʊn/. The correct pronunciation is /maʊn/. Tip: Practice saying "how" and "now" to get the right vowel sound for "mountain".
- Stress placement: A common mistake is placing stress on the second syllable, saying "mount-ain". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "MOUN-tain". Tip: Emphasize "MOUN" more than "tain" to ensure proper stress.
- Overpronouncing the second syllable: Learners often pronounce the second syllable too clearly, saying "tain" as /teɪn/. The correct pronunciation is /tɪn/ in US English and /tən/ in UK English. Tip: Keep the second syllable short and quick to maintain the natural flow of the word.
- Adding an extra vowel: Some might add an extra vowel sound, pronouncing it as "moun-tain-uh". The correct pronunciation is simply "mountain". Tip: Focus on the two-syllable structure to avoid unnecessary sounds.