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storm
Definition:
(nou) a violent weather condition with winds 64-72 knots (11 on the Beaufort scale) and precipitation and thunder and lightning (nou) a violent commotion or disturbance (nou) a direct and violent assault on a stronghold
Phonetic Transcription:
stɔːm
Examples:
Much of the city flooded due to the storm.
There the storm brought heavy rains and gusty winds before dissipating.
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Common mistakes of storm pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "storm" with a long "o" as in "store" /stɔːm/ (UK) or /stɔrm/ (US). This can lead to confusion. Tip: Focus on the short "o" sound /ɔː/ in UK English and /ɔ/ in US English.
- Ignoring the "r": Some speakers omit the "r" sound in "storm," pronouncing it as /stɔːm/ (UK) or /sto:m/ (US). This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "r" clearly after the vowel.
- Incorrect stress placement: Learners sometimes stress the second syllable, saying "sto-rm" instead of the correct single syllable "storm" /stɔːm/ (UK) or /stɔrm/ (US). Tip: Remember that "storm" is a one-syllable word; keep the stress on the first sound.
- Overemphasizing the "s": Some may pronounce "storm" with an exaggerated "s" sound, leading to "s-torm." This is inaccurate. Tip: The initial sound is a single "s" /s/, not a double sound; ensure it's smooth and quick.
- Mispronouncing the final consonant: Learners might soften the "m" at the end, saying /stɔːn/ (UK) or /stɔrn/ (US). This changes the word entirely. Tip: Keep the "m" sound firm and clear to maintain the word's integrity.