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How to pronounce:
starting
Definition:
(nou) a turn to be a starter (in a game at the beginning)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈstɑːtɪŋ
Examples:
Afder was the starting point of the Bale revolt.
It is also the starting point of the backwater waterways.
It is the starting point of a fabulous hunting for the treasure.
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Common mistakes of starting pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "star-TING." In both US and UK English, the primary stress is on the first syllable: /ˈstɑr.tɪŋ/ (US), /ˈstɑː.tɪŋ/ (UK). Tip: Focus on saying "star" louder and clearer.
- Omitting the "t" sound: Some may pronounce "starting" as "sarring," dropping the "t" sound altogether. This can lead to misunderstandings. The "t" is important and should be clearly articulated as /t/. Tip: Practice saying "t" before "arting" to maintain clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "r": In some accents, the "r" in "starting" may be pronounced too strongly, sounding like "starring." The correct pronunciation is /ˈstɑr.tɪŋ/ (US), with a softer "r." Tip: Keep the "r" subtle and focus on the "star" sound.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners may confuse the vowel sound in "starting," pronouncing it like "storting." The correct vowel sounds are /ɑ/ in US and /ɑː/ in UK. Tip: Listen to native speakers to distinguish between the vowel sounds.
- Adding an extra syllable: Some might say "star-ting," adding an unwanted syllable. The correct pronunciation is two syllables: /ˈstɑr.tɪŋ/ (US), /ˈstɑː.tɪŋ/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying it quickly to reinforce the two-syllable structure.