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partner
Definition:
(nou) a person's partner in marriage (nou) an associate in an activity or endeavor or sphere of common interest (nou) a person who is a member of a partnership
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpɑːtnə
Examples:
The man's partner is an actress.
The woman was the receptive partner.
I am not a supplicant but a partner.
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Common mistakes of partner pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "par-ˈtner". In both US and UK English, the correct pronunciation is "ˈpɑːrt.nər" (US) and "ˈpɑːt.nə" (UK). Tip: Always stress the first syllable.
- Ignoring the "t": A common mistake is omitting the "t" sound, saying "ˈpar.nər" instead of "ˈpɑːrt.nər". This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Practice the "t" sound by saying "t" in "top" before "partner".
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers may overemphasize the "r" sound, resulting in "ˈpɑrt.nər". The correct pronunciation is subtler, with a lighter "r". Tip: Focus on a smoother transition between sounds.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Learners may confuse the vowel sounds, pronouncing it as "ˈpɛrt.nər". In both US and UK, the correct vowel sound is "ɑː" as in "father". Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the correct vowel sound.
- Adding an extra syllable: Some might pronounce "partner" as "ˈpar.tənər", adding an unnecessary syllable. The correct pronunciation is two syllables: "ˈpɑːrt.nər" (US) and "ˈpɑːt.nə" (UK). Tip: Break it down into two clear syllables for clarity.