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teenager
Definition:
(nou) a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtiːneɪdʒə
Examples:
Charlie is the second teenager in the household.
He has the mannerisms of a teenager.
There were the times as a tremulous teenager.
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Common mistakes of teenager pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "teen-ˈa-ger." The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈtiːn-ˌeɪ-dʒər" (US) / "ˈtiːn-ˌɪdʒə" (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing "teen" to pronounce it correctly.
- Vowel sound confusion: A common mistake is mispronouncing the vowel in the first syllable, saying "tay" instead of "teen." The correct pronunciation is "tiː" as in "see." Tip: Practice with words like "team" to master the vowel sound.
- Final "r" sound: Non-native speakers may omit the "r" in "teenager," saying "teenage." The "r" is essential in US pronunciation: "ˈtiːn-ˌeɪ-dʒər." Tip: Emphasize the "r" by practicing with similar words like "car" or "far."
- Syllable reduction: Some might reduce the second syllable to "ger," leading to "teen-ˈa-jer." The correct form includes a clear "eɪ" sound: "ˈtiːn-ˌeɪ-dʒər" (US) / "ˈtiːn-ˌɪdʒə" (UK). Tip: Break the word into syllables and practice each one distinctly.
- Incomplete pronunciation: A frequent error is saying "teen" without completing the word, leaving out "ager." This results in an incomplete form. Tip: Always practice saying the full word "teenager" to ensure clarity and completeness in your speech.