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raisin

Definition:

(nou) dried grape

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈreɪzən

Examples:

He baked layered raisin and lemon pie.

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Common mistakes of raisin pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "raisin" as /ˈreɪ.zɪn/ instead of the correct /ˈreɪ.zən/. Tip: Focus on the unstressed "in" sound, which should be pronounced more like "ən."
Incorrect stress placement: A common mistake is stressing the second syllable, saying "rai-SIN" instead of "RAI-sin." Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, making it "RAI-sin."
Overemphasizing the "r" sound: Some may pronounce "raisin" with a strong "r" as in /ˈrɛɪ.zɪn/. Tip: Keep the "r" sound soft and quick, as in /ˈreɪ.zən/, to sound more natural.
Mispronouncing the final "n": Learners often say "raisin" with a clear "n" sound, as in /ˈreɪ.zɪn/, rather than the correct /ˈreɪ.zən/. Tip: Make the final "n" softer, blending it into the previous vowel.
Confusing "raisin" with "raisin" (the verb): Some people say "raisin" as if it were the verb "raze" (to tear down) instead of the fruit. Tip: Remember that "raisin" refers to the dried fruit, pronounced /ˈreɪ.zən/, not the action.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "raisin" in American English?

In American English, "raisin" is pronounced as /ˈreɪ.zɪn/. The primary stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "ray."

Is there a difference in the pronunciation of "raisin" between British and American English?

In British English, "raisin" is also pronounced as /ˈreɪ.zɪn/, similar to American English. Both variants have the same primary stress on the first syllable.

What are the syllables in the word "raisin"?

The word "raisin" has two syllables, pronounced as "ray" and "zin." This makes it a simple word to break down when learning pronunciation.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "raisin"?

A common mistake is to pronounce "raisin" with an incorrect vowel sound in the first syllable, such as saying "rah." Remember to use the long "a" sound, as in "ray."