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How to pronounce:
scrap
Definition:
(nou) a small fragment of something broken off from the whole (nou) worthless material that is to be disposed of (nou) a small piece of something that is left over after the rest has been used (nou) the act of fighting; any contest or struggle
Phonetic Transcription:
skræp
Examples:
The remainder of the ship was sold as scrap.
You know that collecting scrap is not worthy.
The decontaminated scrap is loaded in the container at the inlet end.
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Common mistakes of scrap pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "scrap" with a long "a" sound, like "screep." In IPA, it should be /skræp/ in both US and UK. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound, as in "cat."
- Ignoring the "s" sound: Some people skip the initial "s" sound, saying "crap" instead of "scrap." This changes the meaning entirely. In IPA, the correct pronunciation is /skræp/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "s" clearly at the beginning.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: The word "scrap" has only one syllable, so stressing it incorrectly can confuse listeners. In IPA, it's /skræp/ with primary stress. Tip: Remember, single-syllable words are always stressed.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers may pronounce "scrap" with too much emphasis on the "r," making it sound like "screap." In IPA, it should be /skræp/. Tip: Keep the "r" subtle and focus on the "a" sound.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "scrap" with "scrap" (as in "scrap paper") and "scrap" (as in "to scrap an idea"). Both share the same pronunciation /skræp/. Tip: Context is key; pay attention to the surrounding words to clarify meaning.