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tomboy

Definition:

(nou) a girl who behaves in a boyish manner

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈtɒmboɪ

Examples:

JunJun is the green haired tomboy of the quartet.

JunJun. is the green haired tomboy of the Quartet.

She is a bit of a tomboy and is fearsome in a quarrel.

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Common mistakes of tomboy pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "tom-BOY" instead of "TOMB-oy". Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable with IPA: /ˈtɒm.bɔɪ/ (UK) and /ˈtɑːm.bɔɪ/ (US).
Vowel confusion: A common mistake is pronouncing the "o" in "tomboy" as a long vowel, resulting in "tomb-oy". Tip: The "o" is pronounced as a short vowel sound, as in /ɒ/ (UK) and /ɑː/ (US).
Omitting the "b": Some speakers might drop the "b" sound, saying "tomoy". Tip: Ensure to clearly pronounce the "b" in the middle, as it is essential for the correct pronunciation: /ˈtɒm.bɔɪ/ (UK) and /ˈtɑːm.bɔɪ/ (US).
Incorrect final sound: Learners may pronounce "tomboy" with a hard "i" at the end, making it sound like "tomboyee". Tip: The final sound is a diphthong, so pronounce it as /ɔɪ/, not as a separate "ee" sound.
Overemphasizing "t": Some may pronounce "tomboy" with an exaggerated "t" sound, sounding like "tomb-boys". Tip: Keep the "t" soft, and avoid doubling it; it should be a single, clear sound: /ˈtɒm.bɔɪ/ (UK) and /ˈtɑːm.bɔɪ/ (US).

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "tomboy" in American English?

In American English, "tomboy" is pronounced as /ˈtɑmˌbɔɪ/. The stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "tom," and the second syllable sounds like "boy."

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "tomboy" between British and American English?

There is no significant difference in the pronunciation of "tomboy" between British and American English. Both variants use the same IPA: /ˈtɒmˌbɔɪ/ in British English and /ˈtɑmˌbɔɪ/ in American English, with slight variations in vowel sounds.

What syllables are in the word "tomboy"?

The word "tomboy" has two syllables: "tom" and "boy." You can break it down as /ˈtɑm/ and /ˌbɔɪ/, with the primary stress on the first syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "tomboy"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, pronouncing it as "TOM-boy" instead of "tomboy" with the correct stress pattern. Remember to emphasize the first syllable and keep the second syllable lighter.