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switch
Definition:
(nou) control consisting of a mechanical or electrical or electronic device for making or breaking or changing the connections in a circuit (nou) an event in which one thing is substituted for another (nou) hairpiece consisting of a tress of false hair; used by women to give shape to a coiffure (nou) railroad track having two movable rails and necessary connections; used to turn a train from one track to another or to store rolling stock (nou) a flexible implement used as an instrument of punishment (nou) a basketball maneuver; two defensive players shift assignments so that each guards the player usually guarded by the other (nou) the act of changing one thing or position for another
Phonetic Transcription:
swɪtʃ
Examples:
A controllable switch is coupled to the inductance.
It is the result of the resistance of the switch as it opens.
The classes switch for the second semester.
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Common mistakes of switch pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners might pronounce "switch" as "swich" with a short "i" sound /ɪ/. Tip: Focus on the vowel sound /ɪ/ in "switch" to ensure clarity.
- Ignoring the "tch" ending: A common mistake is omitting the "tch" sound, saying "swi" instead of "switch". Tip: Remember to pronounce the "tch" as /tʃ/ to complete the word correctly.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "swi-ITCH". Tip: The primary stress is on the first syllable, pronounced as /ˈswɪtʃ/.
- Overemphasizing the "w": Learners sometimes exaggerate the "w" sound, saying "swwitch". Tip: Keep the "w" sound subtle and natural, focusing on the smooth transition to the "i" sound.
- Mixing up similar sounds: Some may confuse "switch" with "squitch" or "sitch", leading to miscommunication. Tip: Practice distinguishing the sounds by repeating "switch" clearly, emphasizing the /sw/ blend at the start.