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paint
Definition:
(nou) a substance used as a coating to protect or decorate a surface (especially a mixture of pigment suspended in a liquid); dries to form a hard coating (nou) a space (including the foul line) in front of the basket at each end of a basketball court; usually painted a different color from the rest of the court (nou) makeup consisting of a pink or red powder applied to the cheeks
Phonetic Transcription:
peɪnt
Examples:
The pigment gives the paint opacity and color.
I picked a red colored paint from the store.
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Common mistakes of paint pronunciation
- Vowel confusion: Many learners confuse the vowel sound in "paint" /peɪnt/ with similar words like "pent" /pɛnt/. Tip: Focus on the diphthong /eɪ/ to distinguish it clearly.
- Silent letters: Some people mistakenly pronounce the "t" in "paint" as silent, leading to "pain." Tip: Always pronounce the final "t" clearly to ensure proper articulation of the word.
- Stress placement: Beginners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "paint" as /peɪnt/. Tip: Remember that "paint" is a single syllable word, so the stress is on the vowel sound.
- Overemphasis on "p": Some learners may overemphasize the "p" sound, making it sound harsh. Tip: Keep the "p" soft and connected to the vowel sound to achieve a smoother pronunciation.
- Regional variations: In some accents, "paint" may be pronounced differently, such as /pɛɪnt/ in certain dialects. Tip: Listen to native speakers from various regions to understand these subtle differences.