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How to pronounce:
scan
Definition:
(nou) the act of scanning; systematic examination of a prescribed region (nou) an image produced by scanning
Phonetic Transcription:
skæn
Examples:
The radiation is correlated between the first scan and the second scan.
We can forego the scan.
Did he scan the room carefully
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Common mistakes of scan pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "scan" with a long "a" sound, as in "scone." The correct pronunciation is /skæn/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound, similar to "cat."
- Overemphasizing the "s": Many tend to stress the "s" in "scan," making it sound like "sscan." The correct stress pattern places emphasis on the entire word, /skæn/. Tip: Practice saying "scan" smoothly without adding extra sounds.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some speakers stretch the vowel in "scan," leading to a mispronunciation like "skaan." The proper sound is a short vowel /æ/. Tip: Listen to native speakers and mimic the quick, clipped sound.
- Adding an extra vowel sound: A common mistake is inserting an "uh" sound, pronouncing it as "s-cahn." This changes the word entirely. The correct pronunciation is /skæn/. Tip: Keep the pronunciation crisp and avoid unnecessary vowel sounds.
- Confusing with "scan" and "scam": Learners sometimes mix up "scan" with "scam," which has a different vowel sound. "Scan" is pronounced /skæn/, while "scam" is /skæm/. Tip: Practice the distinct vowel sounds to differentiate between the two words.