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How to pronounce:
southern
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsʌðən
Examples:
The area is located in the southern east.
It exhibits the biodiversity of the southern region of India.
The potato originated in the region of southern Peru.
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Common mistakes of southern pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "southern" with a long "o" sound, as in /ˈsoʊðərn/. This is incorrect; the correct pronunciation is /ˈsʌðərn/ in US English and /ˈsʌðən/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the short "u" sound.
- Misplacing stress: A common mistake is to stress the second syllable, saying "southern" as /səˈðərn/. The primary stress should be on the first syllable: /ˈsʌðərn/ (US) or /ˈsʌðən/ (UK). Tip: Emphasize the first syllable clearly.
- Over-pronouncing "t": Some may mistakenly articulate a clear "t" in "southern," pronouncing it as /ˈsʌðərtn/. However, the "t" is often softened or dropped in both US and UK pronunciations. Tip: Practice saying "southern" with a softer "t" sound.
- Ignoring the "h" sound: A few speakers may accidentally omit the "h" sound, pronouncing it as /ˈsʌðərn/. The "h" should be lightly pronounced after the "s." Tip: Pay attention to the "h" in "southern" to ensure clarity.
- Confusing with "southerly": Some may confuse "southern" with "southerly," leading to incorrect pronunciation. "Southerly" has a different stress pattern: /ˈsʌðərli/. Tip: Remember that "southern" has the stress on the first syllable, while "southerly" shifts it to the second.