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plane
Definition:
(nou) an aircraft that has a fixed wing and is powered by propellers or jets (nou) an unbounded two-dimensional shape (nou) a level of existence or development (nou) a power tool for smoothing or shaping wood (nou) a carpenter's hand tool with an adjustable blade for smoothing or shaping wood
Phonetic Transcription:
pleɪn
Examples:
The plane was flying the firmament.
The wavy flight of the plane caused a lot of people airsickness.
He intends to fly the aircraft over Moscow and detonate the bombs in the plane.
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Common mistakes of plane pronunciation
- Misplacing vowel sounds: Some learners pronounce "plane" as /plæn/ instead of /pleɪn/ in US English. This mistake can change the meaning. Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound, similar to "day."
- Ignoring the final "e": People sometimes drop the final "e" in "plane," leading to /plæn/ instead of /pleɪn/. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Remember that the "e" makes the "a" long.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may stress the second syllable, saying "pla-NE" instead of the correct "PLANE" (/pleɪn/). This can sound unnatural. Tip: Emphasize the first syllable, as it is a single-syllable word.
- Overemphasizing the "p": Learners might pronounce "plane" with an exaggerated "p," sounding like /pʰleɪn/. This can make speech less fluid. Tip: Keep the "p" soft, blending it smoothly into the "l."
- Confusing with "plain": Some confuse "plane" with "plain," pronouncing both the same as /pleɪn/. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Distinguish them by focusing on the context and the long "a" in "plane."