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sun
Definition:
(nou) the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system (nou) the rays of the sun (nou) a person considered as a source of warmth or energy or glory etc (nou) any star around which a planetary system revolves (nou) first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians
Phonetic Transcription:
sʌn
Examples:
The bright sun parched the land.
The brightness is increased in the direction of the sun.
The bright areas on the sun are called flares.
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Common mistakes of sun pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "sun" as /sʌn/ in US English but may confuse it with /sən/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the "u" sound as in "fun" for clarity.
- Incorrect stress placement: The word "sun" is a single-syllable word, and some may mistakenly add stress on a non-existent second syllable. Tip: Remember that "sun" is pronounced with only one stressed syllable: /sʌn/ or /sən/.
- Overemphasizing the "s" sound: Some people pronounce "sun" with an exaggerated "s" sound, resulting in /sʌn/ sounding like /sʌn/. Tip: Keep the "s" sound soft and natural, not overly pronounced.
- Mixing up with similar words: Learners might confuse "sun" with "son," which is pronounced /sʌn/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Pay attention to context and practice distinguishing between "sun" and "son" in sentences.
- Adding an extra vowel sound: Some individuals might pronounce "sun" as /sʌən/, adding an unnecessary vowel sound. Tip: Keep it simple; "sun" should sound clear and direct as /sʌn/ or /sən/.