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How to pronounce:
swan
Definition:
(nou) stately heavy-bodied aquatic bird with very long neck and usually white plumage as adult
Phonetic Transcription:
swɒn
Examples:
The symbol of the party is a swan.
Young swans are known as cygnets, from the Latin word for swan, cygnus.
The stuffed animal of the swan is still in production.
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Common mistakes of swan pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "swan" with a short "a" sound like in "cat" instead of the correct "ɔ" (US: /swɑn/, UK: /swɒn/). Tip: Focus on producing the open back rounded vowel sound.
- Ignoring the "sw" blend: Some speakers may separate the "s" and "w" sounds, pronouncing it as "s" + "wan". This can distort the word's flow. Tip: Practice saying "sw" as a single sound, like in "sweep".
- Over-emphasizing the "n": Learners might stress the "n" too much, making it sound like "swan-n". This can lead to confusion with other words. Tip: Keep the "n" sound soft and connected to the vowel sound.
- Confusing "swan" with "sworn": The vowel sounds in these words are different. "Swan" has the "ɔ" sound, while "sworn" uses "ɔr" (US: /swɔrn/, UK: /swɔːn/). Tip: Practice distinguishing between the two by focusing on the vowel sounds.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some may pronounce "swan" with an extra syllable, sounding like "swa-an". This is incorrect. Tip: Remember that "swan" is a single syllable word; keep it concise.