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pine
Definition:
(nou) a coniferous tree (nou) straight-grained durable and often resinous white to yellowish timber of any of numerous trees of the genus Pinus
Phonetic Transcription:
paɪn
Examples:
The dominant tree in the region is the ponderosa pine.
The tree in which the beetles infest is the lodgepole pine.
He was a lofty pine among the smaller trees of the forest.
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Common mistakes of pine pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "pine" with a short vowel sound like in "pin" /pɪn/. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the long "i" sound /aɪ/ to distinguish "pine" from "pin".
- Misplaced stress: A few may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pi-ne" instead of the correct single-syllable "pine" /paɪn/. Tip: Remember that "pine" is a one-syllable word; keep it simple.
- Adding an extra vowel: Some might say "pine" as "pah-ine" /paɪn/ with an added vowel sound. This alters the word. Tip: Practice saying "pine" quickly to avoid inserting extra sounds.
- Confusing with "pain": Learners may confuse "pine" with "pain" /peɪn/, which has a different vowel sound. Tip: Pay attention to the different vowel sounds; "pine" uses /aɪ/, while "pain" uses /eɪ/.
- Dropping the final sound: Some speakers may drop the "n" sound, saying "pie" /paɪ/. This is incorrect. Tip: Emphasize the "n" at the end to ensure clarity when saying "pine".