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skein
Definition:
(nou) coils of worsted yarn
Examples:
A skein is either formed on a niddy noddy or some other type of skein winder.
The skein is too tangled to be unravelled.
The skein or ball to be wrapped is placed into the pocket.
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Common mistakes of skein pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "skein" with a short vowel sound, like in "cat" /kæt/. Tip: Remember that "skein" has the long vowel sound /eɪ/, as in "day" /deɪ/.
- Ignoring the initial consonant cluster: A common mistake is dropping the "s" sound, saying "kein" instead of "skein". Tip: Always articulate the "s" clearly, as in /skeɪn/ for both US and UK pronunciations.
- Confusing syllable stress: Learners may stress the wrong syllable, saying "SKEIN" instead of the correct pronunciation. Tip: Stress the single syllable in "skein" /skeɪn/, ensuring it sounds smooth and unified.
- Overemphasizing the ending: Some people may pronounce "skein" with an exaggerated "n" sound, making it sound like "skein-n". Tip: Keep the ending soft and natural, focusing on the smooth transition to the "n" sound.
- Mispronouncing the "k" sound: A few learners replace the "k" sound with a softer "g" sound, saying "sgain". Tip: Ensure the hard "k" sound is pronounced clearly, as in /skeɪn/, to avoid confusion.