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pants

Definition:

(nou) underpants worn by women

Phonetic Transcription:

pænts

Examples:

She was wearing baggy pants for the first time.

The dress consisted of baggy pants and long collar shirts.

The person is wearing a whit shirt and black pants and footwear.

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wear

dress

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Common mistakes of pants pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "pants" with a short "a" sound, like "pænts". This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /pænts/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the "a" sound, similar to "cat".
Ignoring the final "s": A common mistake is to drop the final "s", leading to a pronunciation like "pan". This changes the meaning entirely. The correct form is /pænts/. Tip: Always articulate the "s" at the end to ensure clarity.
Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers may stress the "t" sound too much, making it sound harsh, like "pant-s". The correct stress is balanced, as in /pænts/. Tip: Practice saying "pants" smoothly to avoid overemphasis.
Confusing with "pans": Learners sometimes mix up "pants" with "pans", pronouncing it as /pænz/. This is incorrect. The word "pants" must maintain the "t" sound. Tip: Remember that "pants" refers to clothing, while "pans" are cooking utensils.
Using a schwa sound: Some may incorrectly pronounce "pants" with a schwa in the first syllable, sounding like /pənts/. This is not standard. The correct pronunciation is /pænts/. Tip: Ensure the first vowel is pronounced clearly as "æ".

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "pants" in American English?

In American English, "pants" is pronounced as /pænts/ with the stress on the single syllable. The "a" sounds like the short vowel in "cat," making it sound crisp and clear.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "pants" between American and British English?

No, "pants" is pronounced the same in both American and British English, as /pænts/. The stress remains on the first and only syllable in both dialects.

What is the syllable structure of the word "pants"?

The word "pants" has one syllable, pronounced as /pænts/. It consists of a consonant cluster at the beginning and ends with a voiced "ts" sound.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "pants"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing the vowel sound, often saying "pahnts" instead of /pænts/. It's important to focus on the short "a" sound to avoid confusion with similar words like "pints."