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scolding
Definition:
(nou) rebuking a person harshly
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈskəʊldɪŋ
Examples:
Her scolding is remorseless.
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Common mistakes of scolding pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "scold-ing" instead of the correct "scold"-ing (US: /ˈskoʊldɪŋ/, UK: /ˈskəʊldɪŋ/). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may mispronounce the "o" in "scolding" as a short vowel, saying "scold-ing" instead of the correct long vowel sound. Tip: Practice elongating the "o" as in "cold" to achieve accuracy.
- Missing the "g" sound: A common mistake is dropping the final "g," pronouncing it as "scoldin'" instead of "scolding." Tip: Ensure to articulate the "g" clearly to maintain the correct form.
- Overemphasis on the "l": Learners sometimes overemphasize the "l" in "scolding," leading to a pronunciation like "scohld-ing." Tip: Keep the "l" subtle and focus on the "scold" sound to sound more natural.
- Incorrect vowel in the second syllable: Some might pronounce the second syllable as "ding," leading to "scold-ing" instead of the correct "dɪŋ." Tip: Make sure to pronounce the second syllable with a short "i" sound, as in "bin."