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How to pronounce:
repair
Definition:
(nou) the act of putting something in working order again (nou) a formal way of referring to the condition of something (nou) a frequently visited place
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪˈpeə
Examples:
Much of the repair work is as incompetent as the effort it is intended to fix.
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Common mistakes of repair pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "re-PAIR" instead of "RE-pair". Tip: Remember that in "repair", the primary stress is on the first syllable, noted as /rɪˈpɛr/ in US and /rɪˈpeə/ in UK.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "ree" instead of "ri". This leads to "ree-PAIR". Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound /ɪ/ in "repair" to avoid this mistake.
- Dropping the vowel sound: A common error is omitting the first vowel, saying "pair" instead of "repair". Tip: Make sure to pronounce both syllables clearly; the initial "re" is essential for clarity.
- Incorrect final sound: Learners sometimes pronounce the last syllable as "air" instead of the correct "pair". This results in "re-PEAR". Tip: Practice saying "pair" /pɛr/ to ensure the correct ending is used in "repair".
- Overemphasizing the second syllable: Some speakers may stress the second syllable too much, saying "re-pair" with equal emphasis. Tip: Keep the first syllable stressed and the second one lighter to maintain the correct rhythm of "repair".