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poem
Definition:
(nou) a composition written in metrical feet forming rhythmical lines
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpəʊɪm
Examples:
The 15th stanza of the poem reads this.
The second verse of the opening poem is then read aloud by the narrator.
He is inditing a poem that he decided to write since he was six.
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Common mistakes of poem pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "po-EM". The correct pronunciation is "PO-em" with primary stress on the first syllable (ˈpoʊ.əm) in US and (ˈpəʊ.əm) in UK. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
- Omitting the vowel sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "poem" as "pum" or "pom". This drops the vowel sound in the second syllable. The correct pronunciation includes the schwa sound /ə/. Tip: Practice saying the full "em" sound at the end.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "poem" with "poem" or "poem" due to similar sounds. Each has distinct meanings and pronunciations. "Poem" is pronounced "PO-em" while "poem" is pronounced "poh-em". Tip: Listen to native speakers to distinguish these words.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "poem" with a long "o" sound, like "poh-em". The correct pronunciation uses a diphthong in US English /oʊ/ and a long "o" in UK English /əʊ/. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds in different accents.
- Ignoring regional variations: Non-native speakers might not recognize the differences between US and UK pronunciations of "poem". In US English, it's /ˈpoʊ.əm/, while in UK English, it's /ˈpəʊ.əm/. Tip: Familiarize yourself with these variations through listening practice.