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plaguing
Definition:
(nou) a serious (sometimes fatal) infection of rodents caused by Yersinia pestis and accidentally transmitted to humans by the bite of a flea that has bitten an infected animal (nou) any epidemic disease with a high death rate (nou) a swarm of insects that attack plants (nou) any large scale calamity (especially when thought to be sent by God) (nou) an annoyance
Phonetic Transcription:
pleɪɡ
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Common mistakes of plaguing pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "plag-'uing." The correct stress is on the first syllable: ˈpleɪ.ɡɪŋ. Tip: Practice emphasizing the first syllable to improve clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "plaguing" with an "a" as in "cat," resulting in "plag-uing." The correct vowel sound is a long "a" as in "day": /pleɪ/. Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the correct vowel pronunciation.
- Omitting the final "g": Some may drop the "g" sound, saying "plague-in." The correct pronunciation includes the "g": ˈpleɪ.ɡɪŋ. Tip: Focus on articulating the "g" at the end to avoid confusion with the noun "plague."
- Confusing with "playing": Learners may confuse "plaguing" with "playing," resulting in incorrect pronunciation. "Playing" is pronounced /ˈpleɪ.ɪŋ/ with a different vowel sound. Tip: Distinguish between the two by practicing their unique vowel sounds.
- Mispronouncing the "u": Some may pronounce the "u" in "plaguing" as a short sound, like in "put." The correct pronunciation uses a short "i" sound: /ɪ/. Tip: Pay attention to the "i" sound to ensure proper pronunciation.