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How to pronounce:
plan
Definition:
(nou) a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished (nou) an arrangement scheme (nou) scale drawing of a structure
Phonetic Transcription:
plæn
Examples:
But this plan was not designed as a panacea for the refugee crisis.
Below is a spreadsheet that projects the key elements of the plan.
The plan of the stairs changed dramatically in the design stage.
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Common mistakes of plan pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners may pronounce "plan" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying "plæn" instead of the correct "plæn" in US English and "plɑːn" in UK English. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound in "plan" to distinguish it from similar words.
- Overemphasizing the "p" sound: A common mistake is to overemphasize the "p" in "plan," making it sound like "pplan." This can disrupt the flow of speech. Tip: Keep the "p" soft and blend it smoothly with the following sounds.
- Dropping the final "n": Some speakers may omit the final "n," saying "pla" instead of "plan." This can lead to confusion with other words. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "n" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Confusing with "plain": Learners often confuse "plan" with "plain," pronouncing them similarly. "Plan" is pronounced "plæn" (US) and "plɑːn" (UK), while "plain" is pronounced "pleɪn." Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds to differentiate between the two words.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may place the stress incorrectly, saying "PLAN" instead of the correct "plan." This can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Remember that "plan" is a single syllable word, so the stress is naturally on the "a."