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How to pronounce:
plain
Definition:
(nou) extensive tract of level open land (nou) a basic knitting stitch
Phonetic Transcription:
pleɪn
Examples:
Alexandra was plain and unsophisticated.
It's prattle, plain, and simple.
She was plain and unsophisticated.
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Common mistakes of plain pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "plain" with an incorrect vowel, like "plin" /plɪn/. This alters the meaning. Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound /eɪ/ to ensure clarity.
- Ignoring the final consonant: It's common to drop the "n" in "plain," leading to "pla" /pleɪ/. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Always pronounce the "n" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some people mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "pla-IN" /pleɪn/. This is incorrect as "plain" is a one-syllable word. Tip: Remember, the stress is on the single syllable: "plain" /pleɪn/.
- Using a diphthong incorrectly: A few might pronounce "plain" as /plæɪn/, using a more open vowel sound. This is not standard. Tip: Practice the correct diphthong /eɪ/ to avoid this mistake.
- Overemphasizing the "p": Some learners might overly stress the "p" in "plain," leading to an exaggerated sound like "ppplain." This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "p" soft and natural to sound fluent.