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How to pronounce:
same
Definition:
(nou) a member of an indigenous nomadic people living in northern Scandinavia and herding reindeer (nou) the language of nomadic Lapps in northern Scandinavia and the Kola Peninsula
Phonetic Transcription:
seɪm
Examples:
The Webcitation link and the aforementioned link are one in the same.
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Common mistakes of same pronunciation
- Misplacing vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "same" with a short vowel sound, like in "cat." The correct pronunciation is with a long vowel /eɪ/ in both US and UK English: /seɪm/. Tip: Stretch the vowel sound to ensure clarity.
- Incorrect stress placement: A common mistake is stressing the wrong syllable, leading to confusion. "Same" is a single-syllable word, so the stress is on the whole word: /seɪm/. Tip: Focus on pronouncing it as one complete sound.
- Adding an extra vowel: Some may accidentally add an "uh" sound before "same," pronouncing it as "uhsame." The correct form is without any extra sounds, pronounced /seɪm/. Tip: Practice saying "same" quickly to avoid inserting extra sounds.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often mix up "same" with "sane" or "saim." While "same" is /seɪm/, "sane" is /seɪn/. Tip: Pay attention to the ending sounds; "same" ends with a "m" sound.
- Overemphasizing the "m": Some speakers might overemphasize the "m" sound, making it sound heavy. The correct pronunciation is smooth, /seɪm/, without a harsh ending. Tip: Practice saying "same" in a fluid manner, connecting the sounds naturally.