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How to pronounce:
naval
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈneɪvəl
Examples:
He was appointed naval storekeeper at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in 1856.
It is the equivalent of the naval rank of Admiral.
It was largest naval gun in the world.
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Common mistakes of naval pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "na-VAL" instead of the correct "NA-val" (ˈneɪ.vəl for US, ˈnæv.əl for UK). Tip: Focus on placing stress on the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: The first vowel may be pronounced incorrectly, leading to "NAV-al" instead of "NA-val." The correct pronunciation features a long "a" sound in US English. Tip: Practice the "ay" sound as in "day."
- Overemphasizing the "v": Some may pronounce "naval" with an exaggerated "v," making it sound like "nay-vuhl." This can distort the word. Tip: Keep the "v" subtle and smooth to maintain clarity.
- Adding an extra syllable: A common mistake is pronouncing "naval" with three syllables, like "na-va-l." The correct pronunciation has only two syllables. Tip: Break it down into "NA-val" to simplify.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "naval" with "navel," leading to incorrect pronunciation. While "naval" refers to the navy, "navel" pertains to the belly button. Tip: Remember the context to differentiate the words effectively.