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nephew
Definition:
(nou) a son of your brother or sister
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈnevjuː
Examples:
The aunt and nephew look back at the boy.
The man loves his nephew.
Christos is the nephew of actor Simon Callow.
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Common mistakes of nephew pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "nep-'hew". The correct pronunciation is "ˈnɛfju" in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the first syllable to ensure proper stress.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some might pronounce "nephew" with a short "e" sound, saying "ˈnɛp-hju". The accurate pronunciation is "ˈnɛfju", where "e" sounds like the "e" in "bed". Tip: Listen for the "f" sound in the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "h": A common mistake is to overpronounce the "h", leading to "ˈnɛh-fju". In reality, the "h" is soft and almost silent. Tip: Practice saying "nephew" smoothly to reduce emphasis on the "h".
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "nephew" with "nephew" or "niece". "Nephew" is pronounced "ˈnɛfju", while "niece" is "niːs". Tip: Remember that "nephew" starts with "nɛ" to differentiate it from "niece".
- Mispronouncing the ending: People may say "nephew" as "ˈnɛfjuː", adding an unnecessary long "u" sound. The correct form is "ˈnɛfju" without the extended vowel. Tip: Keep the ending short to match the standard pronunciation.