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november
Definition:
(nou) the month following October and preceding December
Phonetic Transcription:
nəʊˈvembə
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Common mistakes of november pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "no-'VEM-ber". The correct stress is on the second syllable: /nəʊˈvɛmbər/ (US), /nəʊˈvɛmbə/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying "november" with emphasis on "vem".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many people pronounce the first vowel as "o" instead of the schwa sound "ə". It should sound like /nəʊˈvɛmbər/ (US), where the "o" is softer. Tip: Focus on making the first syllable sound quick and relaxed.
- Overemphasizing the final "r": In some accents, the final "r" is pronounced too strongly, leading to "november" sounding like "novemburr". The correct pronunciation has a softer ending: /nəʊˈvɛmbər/ (US). Tip: Try to soften the "r" at the end for a more natural sound.
- Omitting the "b": Some speakers may drop the "b" sound, pronouncing it as "no-'em-er". This leads to confusion. The correct pronunciation includes the "b": /nəʊˈvɛmbər/ (US). Tip: Practice saying "vem" clearly to emphasize the "b" sound.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes mix up "november" with "December" due to similar sounds. "November" has a distinct vowel sound in the second syllable. Tip: Listen to native speakers and repeat to distinguish the two words.