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ship

Definition:

(nou) a vessel that carries passengers or freight

Phonetic Transcription:

ʃɪp

Examples:

He undergirded his ship at the port.

The ship settled near the port of Athenios.

The ship settled to the bottom near the port of Athenios.

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Common mistakes of ship pronunciation

Misplacing vowel sounds: Some learners confuse the vowel sound in "ship" with that in "sheep." The correct IPA for "ship" is /ʃɪp/. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound, as in "sit."
Incorrect stress placement: "Ship" is a single-syllable word, so there's no stress variation. Some may mistakenly add stress, trying to emphasize the word incorrectly. Tip: Remember, "ship" is pronounced as /ʃɪp/, with no added syllables.
Overemphasizing the "s" sound: Learners sometimes add an extra "s" sound before "ship," leading to a mispronunciation like /sʃɪp/. Tip: Pronounce "ship" as /ʃɪp/, focusing on the single "sh" sound.
Confusing with "chip": The sounds in "ship" and "chip" are distinct. "Chip" has a /tʃ/ sound, while "ship" uses /ʃ/. Tip: Practice differentiating the sounds by repeating "ship" /ʃɪp/ and "chip" /tʃɪp/ separately.
Neglecting the final sound: Some speakers may drop the final "p" sound in "ship," leading to /ʃɪ/. Tip: Ensure you articulate the "p" clearly, pronouncing "ship" as /ʃɪp/ to maintain clarity.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "ship" in American English?

In American English, "ship" is pronounced as /ʃɪp/ with the stress on the only syllable. The "sh" sounds like "sh" in "she," and the "i" is a short vowel sound, similar to "i" in "sit."

What is the British pronunciation of "ship"?

In British English, "ship" is also pronounced /ʃɪp/, maintaining the same stress and vowel sounds as in American English. There is no significant difference in pronunciation between the two dialects for this word.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "ship"?

A common mistake is to pronounce "ship" with a long vowel sound, making it sound like "sheep." Remember, "ship" contains a short "i" sound, so it should sound crisp and quick.

What does the "i" sound like in "ship"?

The "i" in "ship" is pronounced as /ɪ/, which is a short vowel sound. It is similar to the "i" in "sit" or "bit," and it is important not to confuse it with the longer "ee" sound in "sheep."