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How to pronounce:
numb
Phonetic Transcription:
nʌm
Examples:
I guess anything to numb the pain.
Her father is a drunkard and numb to the affairs of the family.
Local anaesthetic is injected into the skin to numb the area.
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Common mistakes of numb pronunciation
- Dropping the "n": Many learners pronounce "numb" as "umb," missing the initial "n" sound. This leads to confusion with other words. Tip: Focus on producing the "n" sound clearly, as in /nʌm/ (US) and /nʌm/ (UK).
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "numb" with a long vowel sound, saying "noom" instead of the correct short "u." This alters the meaning. Tip: Practice the short "u" sound /ʌ/ to ensure clarity.
- Incorrect stress placement: A common mistake is placing stress on the wrong syllable, like "NUM-b" instead of the correct "numb." Tip: Remember that "numb" is a one-syllable word, so there's no additional stress to consider.
- Overemphasizing the "b": Learners might pronounce "numb" with a strong emphasis on the "b," making it sound like "numb-b." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Keep the "b" soft and subtle, as in /nʌm/ for both US and UK pronunciations.
- Confusing "numb" with similar words: Some may mix up "numb" with "number," leading to miscommunication. Tip: Distinguish the two by practicing their distinct sounds, focusing on the absence of the final "er" sound in "numb."