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scare
Definition:
(nou) sudden mass fear and anxiety over anticipated events (nou) a sudden attack of fear
Phonetic Transcription:
skeə
Examples:
It was scare and causing Claustrophobia.
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Common mistakes of scare pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "scare" with a short "a" sound, like in "cat." The correct pronunciation has a diphthong /ɛə/ in both US [skɛr] and UK [skɛə]. Tip: Focus on blending the "s" and "c" sounds smoothly before transitioning to the vowel.
- Ignoring the final "r": In American English, the "r" in "scare" is pronounced, while in British English, it may be less emphasized. The US version is [skɛr] and the UK version is [skɛə]. Tip: Practice saying "scare" in a sentence to reinforce the "r" sound, especially in US English.
- Overemphasizing the "s": Some speakers may stress the "s" too much, making it sound harsh. The proper stress is on the second part of the word, leading to a smoother flow: /skɛə/ in UK and /skɛr/ in US. Tip: Relax the "s" sound and focus on the vowel to achieve a natural pronunciation.
- Confusing with "scare" and "share": Learners sometimes mix these two words due to similar sounds. "Scare" has the /ɛə/ sound while "share" uses /ɛ/. Tip: Practice minimal pairs by repeating both words to distinguish their vowel sounds clearly.
- Neglecting intonation: Some may pronounce "scare" with a flat intonation, making it sound unnatural. Both US and UK pronunciations benefit from a slight rise and fall in pitch. Tip: Try saying "scare" with expressive intonation to convey emotion and clarity in conversation.