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How to pronounce:
soon
Phonetic Transcription:
suːn
Examples:
I am aware the current introduction is puny and it will be expanded soon.
The civilianswere soon annihilated.
The land was soon nationalized.
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Common mistakes of soon pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "soon" as /sʊn/ instead of /suːn/. This mistake changes the meaning. Tip: Focus on elongating the "oo" sound, as in "moon."
- Incorrect stress placement: A few might stress the second syllable, saying "soON" instead of the correct "SOON" /suːn/. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Remember that "soon" is a one-syllable word, so stress the whole word.
- Overemphasizing the "s" sound: Some speakers may pronounce "soon" with an exaggerated "s," sounding like /sʌn/. This alters the intended pronunciation. Tip: Keep the "s" soft and smooth, avoiding any harshness.
- Mixing up with "sun": Learners often confuse "soon" with "sun," pronouncing it as /sʌn/. This changes the meaning entirely. Tip: Practice saying "soon" with the long "oo" sound to distinguish it from "sun."
- Adding an extra vowel sound: Some might say "soon" as /suːən/, adding an unnecessary schwa sound. This can lead to misunderstanding. Tip: Keep it simple; the correct pronunciation is just /suːn/, with no extra sounds.