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snow

Definition:

(nou) precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals (nou) a layer of snowflakes (white crystals of frozen water) covering the ground (nou) English writer of novels about moral dilemmas in academe (1905-1980) (nou) street names for cocaine

Phonetic Transcription:

snəʊ

Examples:

The area gets snow in the winter.

In the winter,it forages in the snow looking for grass.

Note the thawing winter snow cover.

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Related Words:

cold

ice

winter

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Common mistakes of snow pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "snow" with a short vowel sound as in "cat". The correct pronunciation uses the diphthong /oʊ/ in US English [ˈsnoʊ] and /səʊ/ in UK English [ˈsnəʊ]. Tip: Practice saying "no" to get the vowel right.
Ignoring the initial "s": A common mistake is to omit the "s" sound, leading to "now" instead of "snow". Ensure the "s" is pronounced clearly as /s/. Tip: Emphasize the "s" by stretching it slightly when you say "snow".
Incorrect stress placement: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "sno-w" instead of the correct single-syllable pronunciation. "Snow" is a one-syllable word, stressed as [ˈsnoʊ] in US and [ˈsnəʊ] in UK. Tip: Focus on keeping it as one smooth sound.
Overemphasizing the "w": Learners might pronounce "snow" with a pronounced "w" at the end, sounding like "snoww". The "w" should be subtle, following the vowel sound. Tip: Try saying "no" quickly and add a soft "s" in front to practice.
Confusing "snow" with "snore": Some may confuse "snow" with "snore", leading to a longer sound. "Snow" is pronounced /snoʊ/ in US and /snəʊ/ in UK, while "snore" has a different vowel sound. Tip: Practice the difference by focusing on the "o" sound in "snow".

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "snow" in American English?

In American English, "snow" is pronounced as /snoʊ/ with a single syllable. The vowel sound is a diphthong, where you glide from "o" to "u," making it sound smooth and rounded.

Is there a difference in the pronunciation of "snow" between British and American English?

No, the pronunciation of "snow" is the same in both British and American English, which is /snoʊ/. This consistency makes it easy for learners, as they can use the same pronunciation regardless of the variant.

What is the syllable structure of the word "snow"?

The word "snow" has one syllable, making it a monosyllabic word. It consists of the consonant cluster "sn" followed by the vowel sound "oʊ."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "snow"?

One common mistake is mispronouncing "snow" as /snoʊw/, adding an unnecessary "w" sound at the end. Remember, it should end with the "oʊ" sound only, without any trailing consonants.