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How to pronounce:
streak
Definition:
(nou) an unbroken series of events (nou) a distinctive characteristic (nou) a narrow marking of a different color or texture from the background (nou) a sudden flash (as of lightning)
Phonetic Transcription:
striːk
Examples:
The darker the streak the younger it is.
My guess is that the streak is a cobweb.
The police is investigating the streak of suicides.
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Common mistakes of streak pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "streak" with a short "i" sound, as in "stik." The correct pronunciation features a long "ee" sound, represented as /striːk/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on elongating the vowel sound to match the correct pronunciation.
- Ignoring the initial consonant blend: Some may pronounce "streak" without emphasizing the "str" blend, sounding more like "teak." The initial blend should be pronounced clearly as /str/. Tip: Practice saying "street" to strengthen the "str" sound before attempting "streak."
- Incorrect stress placement: Learners sometimes stress the second syllable, saying "streak" as if it has two syllables. However, "streak" is a single-syllable word, pronounced /striːk/. Tip: Remember that "streak" has only one beat; keep your emphasis on the vowel sound.
- Overemphasizing the final consonant: Some people may overly stress the "k" sound at the end of "streak," leading to an unnatural pronunciation. The final "k" should be clear but not exaggerated, as in /striːk/. Tip: Practice saying "peek" to balance the final consonant with the preceding vowel.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "streak" with "strike," leading to incorrect pronunciation. "Streak" has a long "ee" sound, while "strike" has a diphthong. Tip: Differentiate by practicing each word in isolation, focusing on the vowel sounds.