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overview
Definition:
(nou) a general summary of a subject
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈəʊvəvjuː
Examples:
The intro paragraph is the overview.
The overview is traditionally the lead.
Gravitation is an general overview of the topic.
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Common mistakes of overview pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying "o-ver-ˈview". The correct pronunciation is "ˈo-ver-ˌview" in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "overview" with a short "o" sound, like "ˈʌvər-ˌview". The correct sound is a long "o" as in "ˈo-ver-ˌview". Tip: Practice saying "o" like in "go" to master the sound.
- Dropping the "v": A common mistake is omitting the "v" sound, pronouncing it as "o-er-ˌview". This makes it unclear. The correct pronunciation includes the "v" sound, as in "ˈo-ver-ˌview". Tip: Pay attention to the "v" by saying "very" to reinforce its presence.
- Mispronouncing the "r": Some speakers may pronounce "overview" without a clear "r" sound, saying "o-ˈvew". The correct pronunciation includes the "r" as in "ˈo-ver-ˌview". Tip: Practice with words like "her" to ensure clarity in the "r" sound.
- Blending syllables: Learners often blend the syllables too closely, leading to "ov-erview". The correct pronunciation clearly separates them as "ˈo-ver-ˌview". Tip: Slow down your speech and articulate each syllable distinctly.