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scrawny
Examples:
I was the thin, scrawny little guy.
They look like scrawny small gray dogs.
In one way he was just a scrawny little kid.
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Common mistakes of scrawny pronunciation
- Vowel confusion: Some learners may mispronounce the "aw" in "scrawny" as /ɔː/ instead of the correct /ɔ/. Tip: Focus on the rounded vowel sound to distinguish it clearly.
- Stress placement: Incorrectly stressing the second syllable can lead to confusion. "Scrawny" has primary stress on the first syllable: /ˈskrɔː.ni/. Tip: Practice emphasizing the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Final "y" sound: Mispronouncing the ending "y" as /iː/ instead of /i/ can alter the word. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the final "y" as a short /i/ for accuracy.
- Consonant blend: Some may struggle with the "scr" blend, pronouncing it as "s" or "sh". The correct pronunciation is /skr/. Tip: Practice the initial consonant cluster to improve clarity.
- Length of syllables: Overemphasizing or shortening the syllables can make "scrawny" sound awkward. The correct pronunciation has a balanced rhythm: /ˈskrɔː.ni/. Tip: Maintain an even pace when saying the word.