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How to pronounce:
swim
Definition:
(nou) the act of swimming:
Phonetic Transcription:
swɪm
Examples:
The pool is the home of the tigersharks swim team.
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Common mistakes of swim pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "swim" with a long vowel sound, like in "team." The correct pronunciation is /swɪm/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on making the "i" sound short and crisp.
- Overemphasizing the "s": A common mistake is to stress the "s" too much, making it sound like "sswim." The correct pronunciation is /swɪm/, with a smooth transition from the "s" to the "w." Tip: Practice saying "s" and "w" together quickly.
- Ignoring the "w" sound: Some may skip the "w" and pronounce it as "sim." This alters the meaning and is incorrect. The proper pronunciation is /swɪm/. Tip: Ensure you articulate the "w" clearly after the "s."
- Confusing with "swimmed": Learners sometimes mistakenly pronounce the past tense "swimmed" as /swɪmd/ instead of /swɪm/. The correct pronunciation of the past tense includes a clear "d" sound. Tip: Practice both forms to distinguish between them.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "SWIM" instead of the correct /swɪm/. This can lead to misunderstanding. Tip: Remember "swim" is a single-syllable word; keep the stress consistent.