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sanguine
Definition:
(nou) a blood-red color
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsæŋɡwɪn
Examples:
The word sanguine means cheerfully optimistic.
Also, genius, the word sanguine means cheerfully optimistic.
Individuals with sanguine temperaments are extroverted and social.
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Common mistakes of sanguine pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "san-ˈgwin." The correct pronunciation is "ˈsæŋɡ.wɪn" in US and "ˈsæŋ.ɡwɪn" in UK. Tip: Focus on the first syllable for stress.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The initial vowel sound is often mispronounced as "san." The correct sound is "sæŋ" as in "hang." Tip: Practice saying "sang" to get comfortable with the "æŋ" sound.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some speakers pronounce "sanguine" with a hard "g," like "sang-gwin." The "g" should be soft, as in "gwin." Tip: Remember that the "g" is part of a blend with the following "w."
- Skipping the second syllable: A common mistake is to say "san-kwin" instead of "sanguine." The second syllable is essential for clarity. Tip: Break the word into syllables: "san-gui-ne" to practice.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "sanguine" with "sanguinary," which has a different meaning and pronunciation. "Sanguine" is "ˈsæŋɡ.wɪn," while "sanguinary" is "ˈsæŋɡ.wɪn.ɛr.i." Tip: Familiarize yourself with both definitions to avoid mix-ups.