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soothing

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈsuːðɪŋ

Examples:

Speak to the patient with a soothing voice.

I just like the soothing colour.

It's both elevating and soothing at the same time.

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Common mistakes of soothing pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "sooth-ING" instead of "SOOTH-ing". Tip: Remember that in "soothing", the stress is on the first syllable, noted as ˈsuːð.ɪŋ in IPA.
Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce the "oo" in "soothing" like the "oo" in "foot", resulting in "suthing". Tip: The correct vowel sound is the long "oo" as in "food", represented as /uː/ in IPA.
Omitting the "th" sound: A common mistake is to say "sooding" by dropping the "th". Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "th" as /ð/, which is voiceless in "soothing", clearly distinguishing it from "s" sounds.
Incorrect vowel length: Some learners shorten the vowel sound, saying "soothin" instead of "soothing". Tip: Maintain the length of the vowel sound; it should be pronounced as ˈsuːð.ɪŋ, ensuring clarity and correctness.
Adding an extra syllable: Some may mistakenly say "sooth-ing" with an extra syllable. Tip: Focus on the smooth transition between syllables, ensuring "soothing" is pronounced as a two-syllable word: ˈsuːð.ɪŋ.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "soothing" in American English?

In American English, "soothing" is pronounced as /ˈsuːðɪŋ/. The stress is on the first syllable, "sooth," which rhymes with "smooth."

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

No, the pronunciation of "soothing" is the same in both American and British English, /ˈsuːðɪŋ/. The stress remains on the first syllable in both dialects.

What are the syllables in "soothing"?

The word "soothing" has two syllables: "sooth" and "ing." The first syllable is stressed, making it sound like "sooth-ing."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "soothing"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, pronouncing it as "SOOTH-ing" instead of "sooth-ING." Remember to keep the emphasis on the first syllable for correct pronunciation.