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swollen

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈswəʊlən

Examples:

The abdomen, the base of which is swollen, is crimson with a violet tinge.

At the end of the wet season, the tail will become somewhat swollen with fat.

The liver becomes swollen and painful.

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balloon

fat

abdomen

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Common mistakes of swollen pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "swo-len" instead of "swol-len". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, as shown in IPA: /ˈswoʊ.lən/ (US), /ˈswəʊ.lən/ (UK).
Overemphasizing the "w": Some speakers pronounce "swollen" with a strong "w" sound, making it sound like "swollen" instead of the correct "swol-len". Tip: Keep the "w" soft and blend it smoothly with the "o".
Dropping the vowel sound: It's common to hear "swollen" pronounced as "swo-len", omitting the vowel sound in the second syllable. Tip: Ensure you pronounce both syllables clearly, particularly the unstressed "ə" sound.
Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "swollen" with "sullen" or "soiled", leading to mispronunciations. Tip: Focus on the distinct vowel sounds; "swollen" has a rounded "o" sound, while "sullen" has a short "u".
Incorrect vowel length: Some speakers pronounce "swollen" with a short "o" sound, saying "swol-len" instead of the correct elongated vowel sound. Tip: Practice elongating the "o" sound to match the IPA: /ˈswoʊ.lən/ (US), /ˈswəʊ.lən/ (UK).

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "swollen"?

In American English, "swollen" is pronounced as /ˈswoʊ.lən/, with the primary stress on the first syllable. The "o" in the first syllable sounds like the "o" in "go."

What is the UK pronunciation of "swollen"?

In British English, "swollen" is also pronounced as /ˈswəʊ.lən/, where the "o" in the first syllable is pronounced like the "o" in "go." The stress remains on the first syllable, just as in American English.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "swollen"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, which can lead to sounding unnatural. Remember to emphasize the first syllable, "swo," and avoid blending it with the second syllable.

Does "swollen" have any silent letters?

No, "swollen" does not contain any silent letters; each letter is pronounced. The "w" is pronounced, and the two syllables are clearly articulated as "swo-len."