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names
Definition:
(nou) a language unit by which a person or thing is known (nou) a person's reputation (nou) family based on male descent (nou) a well-known or notable person (nou) by the sanction or authority of (nou) a defamatory or abusive word or phrase
Phonetic Transcription:
neɪm
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Common mistakes of names pronunciation
- Dropping the final "s": Some learners say "name" instead of "names". This leads to missing the plural form. Tip: Remember to pronounce the final "s" as /z/ in both US and UK English: "ˈneɪmz".
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some might say "nams" instead of "names". This changes the vowel sound. Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound /eɪ/ as in "day" to ensure clarity: "ˈneɪmz".
- Incorrect stress placement: A common error is stressing the wrong syllable, saying "NAMES" instead of "names". This can confuse listeners. Tip: Emphasize the first and only syllable in "names" to maintain proper pronunciation: "ˈneɪmz".
- Overemphasizing the "n": Some learners might pronounce "n" too strongly, making it sound like "nuh-names". This can make the word sound awkward. Tip: Keep the "n" sound smooth and natural, leading into "ames": "ˈneɪmz".
- Adding an extra syllable: Occasionally, learners might say "na-ames" instead of "names". This creates an unnecessary syllable. Tip: Stick to the single syllable "names" to keep it simple and correct: "ˈneɪmz".