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teaching

Definition:

(nou) the profession of a teacher (nou) a doctrine that is taught (nou) the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈtiːtʃɪŋ

Examples:

She is a teaching staff of this school.

He is concerned with education, teaching and the dispensation of knowledge.

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education

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school

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Common mistakes of teaching pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the wrong syllable, saying "TEA-ching" instead of "teach-ING". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, as shown in IPA: /ˈtiː.tʃɪŋ/ (US) and /ˈtiː.tʃɪŋ/ (UK).
Incorrect vowel sound: A common error is pronouncing "teaching" with a short "e" sound, saying "tetching". Tip: Focus on the long "ee" sound, represented by /iː/ in IPA, to ensure clarity.
Adding an extra syllable: Some people mistakenly say "teaching" as "teach-ing" with two distinct syllables. Tip: Practice blending the sounds smoothly to maintain the single syllable structure, as in /ˈtiː.tʃɪŋ/.
Overemphasizing the "t": Learners might pronounce "teaching" with an exaggerated "t", sounding like "tee-ching". Tip: Keep the "t" soft and connected to the following sound, as in /ˈtiː.tʃɪŋ/, for a natural flow.
Dropping the "h": Some may say "teaching" without the "h", sounding like "teaching". Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "h" clearly, as it is essential for the correct articulation of /ˈtiː.tʃɪŋ/.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "teaching" in American and British English?

In American English, "teaching" is pronounced as /ˈtiː.tʃɪŋ/, with the stress on the first syllable. In British English, it is pronounced the same way, /ˈtiː.tʃɪŋ/, maintaining the same stress pattern.

What is the syllable breakdown for the word "teaching"?

The word "teaching" has two syllables: "teach" and "ing." The first syllable, "teach," carries the primary stress, making it more prominent in pronunciation.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "teaching"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, saying "teaching" with emphasis on the second syllable instead of the first. Additionally, some may pronounce the "ch" sound incorrectly, making it sound like "cheaching."

Does "teaching" have a schwa sound?

No, "teaching" does not contain a schwa sound. Both syllables are clearly pronounced, with the first syllable stressed and the second syllable having a short vowel sound.