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ominous
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɒmɪnəs
Examples:
The stars are ominous and foreboding.
In the midst of the jollity there is an ominous mood.
The day dawned bright and ominous.
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Common mistakes of ominous pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "o-MIN-ous" instead of "OM-in-ous". The correct IPA is /ˈɑː.mɪ.nəs/ (UK) and /ˈɑː.mɪ.nəs/ (US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "ominous" with a long "o" sound, like "oh-min-ous". The correct pronunciation features a short "o" sound as in "hot". The IPA is /ˈɑː/. Tip: Focus on the short "o" sound.
- Mispronouncing the "n": A common mistake is to pronounce "ominous" as "om-in-us", emphasizing the second syllable. The correct stress is on the first syllable, as indicated by the IPA /ˈɑː.mɪ.nəs/. Tip: Keep the first syllable strong and clear.
- Overemphasizing the "ous": Some learners stress the ending "ous" too much, saying "omin-OUSE". The correct pronunciation is softer and more fluid, as shown in the IPA /ˈɑː.mɪ.nəs/. Tip: Keep the ending light and quick.
- Incorrect vowel in the second syllable: Some may say "ominous" with a long "i" sound, pronouncing it as "om-een-ous". The correct IPA is /ˈɑː.mɪ.nəs/. Tip: Use a short "i" sound, like in "sit".