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talon
Definition:
(nou) a sharp hooked claw especially on a bird of prey
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtælən
Examples:
This is the talon of my bird.
I found a talon in the cage.
Where is this talon coming from
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Common mistakes of talon pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the wrong syllable, saying "TA-lon" instead of the correct "TAL-on" (ˈtælən). Tip: Focus on placing the primary stress on the first syllable "TAL".
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "talon" with a long "a" sound, saying "tay-lon". The correct pronunciation uses a short "a" (ˈtælən). Tip: Practice the short "a" as in "cat" to avoid this error.
- Overemphasizing the "o": Many people add an extra emphasis on the "o" sound, saying "tal-ON" instead of "tal-on" (ˈtælən). Tip: Remember that the "o" is a schwa sound, which should be less emphasized.
- Forgetting the "n": Some may drop the "n" at the end, pronouncing it as "tal-o". The correct pronunciation includes the "n" sound (ˈtælən). Tip: Ensure you finish the word with a clear "n" to maintain accuracy.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "talon" with "talent", mispronouncing it as "tal-ent". However, "talon" has a distinct pronunciation (ˈtælən). Tip: Listen to audio examples to differentiate between these similar-sounding words.