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summer
Definition:
(nou) the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox (nou) the period of finest development, happiness, or beauty
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsʌmə
Examples:
It is unbearably hot in summer.
In the summer, the weather is hot and dry.
It really is scorching hot in the summer.
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Common mistakes of summer pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "summer" with a long "u" sound, like "sumer" /ˈsʌːmər/. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the short "u" sound /ʌ/ to correctly say "summer".
- Misplaced stress: Many people mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "sumMER" /sʌmˈɜr/. This alters the word's rhythm. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "SUM-mer" /ˈsʌmər/.
- Overemphasis on the "r": In some accents, "summer" is pronounced with an exaggerated "r" sound, leading to "summer" sounding like "summair" /ˈsʌmɛr/. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and subtle, as in /ˈsʌmər/.
- Dropping the "m": Some learners might say "sumer" /ˈsʌr/ by omitting the "m." This changes the word entirely. Tip: Ensure both "m" sounds are clear in "summer" /ˈsʌmər/.
- Confusing with "some": A common mistake is pronouncing "summer" like "some" /sʌm/, which can lead to misunderstanding. Tip: Distinguish the two by ensuring the "er" ending in "summer" is pronounced clearly.