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panel

Definition:

(nou) sheet that forms a distinct (usually flat and rectangular) section or component of something (nou) a committee appointed to judge a competition (nou) a group of people summoned for jury service (from whom a jury will be chosen) (nou) a group of people gathered for a special purpose as to plan or discuss an issue or judge a contest etc (nou) a soft pad placed under a saddle (nou) a piece of cloth that is generally triangular or tapering; used in making garments or umbrellas or sails (nou) a small temporary window in a graphical user interface that appears in order to request information from the user; after the information has been provided the user dismisses the box with `okay' or `cancel' (nou) electrical device consisting of a flat insulated surface that contains switches and dials and meters for controlling other electrical devices

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈpænəl

Examples:

Also, the panel discussion is given inordinate weight.

A perforated grille board is secured to the outer surface of the face panel.

Remove the bottom panel of the sampler.

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Common mistakes of panel pronunciation

  1. Misplacing the stress: Some learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "pa-NEL" instead of "PAN-el". Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable, as indicated by the IPA: /ˈpæn.əl/ for US and /ˈpæn.əl/ for UK.
  2. Overemphasizing the vowels: A common mistake is to pronounce the "a" in "panel" too strongly, making it sound like "pan-el". Tip: Keep the vowel sound short and relaxed, as in /ˈpæn.əl/, to maintain the correct pronunciation.
  3. Dropping the second syllable: Some speakers may shorten "panel" to just "pan", omitting the second syllable entirely. Tip: Ensure you pronounce both syllables clearly, as in /ˈpæn.əl/, to avoid confusion.
  4. Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "panel" with "penal" due to similar sounds. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds; "panel" has /æ/ as in "cat", while "penal" has /iː/ as in "see".
  5. Mispronouncing the "n": Some may pronounce "panel" as "pah-nel", using a long "a" sound. Tip: Use the short "a" sound /æ/, ensuring the "n" is pronounced clearly, as in /ˈpæn.əl/.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "panel" in American English?

In American English, "panel" is pronounced as /ˈpæn.əl/. The first syllable has the primary stress, making it sound like "PAN-uhl."

What is the British pronunciation of "panel"?

In British English, "panel" is also pronounced as /ˈpæn.əl/, similar to American English. The stress remains on the first syllable, so it sounds the same in both dialects.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "panel"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, such as saying /pəˈnɛl/ instead of /ˈpæn.əl/. Remember to emphasize the first syllable to pronounce it correctly.

Does "panel" have a schwa sound?

Yes, the second syllable in "panel" contains a schwa sound, pronounced as /əl/. This makes it sound softer and less emphasized compared to the first syllable.
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