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terrain
Definition:
(nou) a piece of ground having specific characteristics or military potential
Phonetic Transcription:
teˈreɪn
Examples:
Most of the terrain in the area is mountainous.
The topographic map shows the mountainous terrain of the area.
He located the crippled aircraft and landed in the treacherous desert terrain.
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Common mistakes of terrain pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "te-ˈrain". The correct pronunciation is "tə-ˈrān" with the primary stress on the second syllable. Tip: Practice saying "terrain" slowly, emphasizing the "rain".
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "terrain" with an "e" sound like in "bed", resulting in "tə-ˈrɛn". The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound in the first syllable: "tə-ˈrān". Tip: Focus on the soft "e" sound in the first syllable.
- Dropping the final sound: It's common to omit the ending "n" sound, saying "te-ˈra". This changes the word's meaning and clarity. The correct form is "tə-ˈrān". Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "n" clearly at the end.
- Overemphasizing the first syllable: Some learners stress the first syllable too much, saying "ˈtɛr-ain". The correct stress pattern places emphasis on the second syllable: "tə-ˈrān". Tip: Remember that the first syllable is more of a quick, soft sound.
- Mispronouncing the "ai" diphthong: Some may pronounce "terrain" as "tə-ˈrɛɪn", incorrectly using a long "a" sound. The correct pronunciation features a short "a" sound, "tə-ˈrān". Tip: Practice the diphthong by saying "rain" first, then blend it into "terrain".