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ocean
Definition:
(nou) a large body of water constituting a principal part of the hydrosphere (nou) anything apparently limitless in quantity or volume
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈəʊʃən
Examples:
It is still there, awash in the waters of the ocean.
By ocean dumping one understands the disposal of waste on the water.
Sea gulls are found in large, loud flocks at nearly every ocean in the world.
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Common mistakes of ocean pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "o-CEAN" instead of "O-ce-an". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, noted as /ˈoʊ.ʃən/ in US English and /ˈəʊ.ʃən/ in UK English.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing "ocean" with a short "o" sound, like "o-chan". Tip: Focus on the long "o" sound /oʊ/ in US English and /əʊ/ in UK English to ensure clarity.
- Omitting the "sh" sound: Some might say "ocean" as "o-ken", missing the "sh" sound. Tip: Practice the "sh" sound /ʃ/ to pronounce "ocean" correctly, ensuring it flows smoothly between syllables.
- Blending syllables: Learners may blend the syllables together, saying "ochan" instead of "ocean". Tip: Articulate each syllable distinctly, breaking it into "O-ce-an" to improve pronunciation.
- Mispronouncing the final syllable: Some may pronounce "ocean" with a hard "n" sound, like "ocean" with a nasal "m". Tip: Ensure the final syllable is pronounced as /ən/ in both US and UK English, keeping it soft and clear.