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tombstone
Definition:
(nou) a stone that is used to mark a grave
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtuːmstəʊn
Examples:
The line is on the boy's tombstone.
At the top of the tombstone is the Confederate battle flag.
A Roman tombstone is incorporated in the western wall of the nave.
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Common mistakes of tombstone pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "tomb-ˈstone". This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈtomb-stone". Tip: Always emphasize the first part when saying "tombstone".
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "tombstone" with a short "o" sound, like "təmˈstone". The correct pronunciation uses a long "o" sound, as in "toom" (ˈtuːm). Tip: Think of the word "tomb" to remember the vowel sound.
- Skipping the "b": Some people pronounce "tombstone" as "ˈtoom-stone", dropping the "b". This alters the word's clarity. The "b" is silent, but should still be recognized in the spelling. Tip: Remember the "b" is silent, but don't forget its presence in writing.
- Overemphasizing the "t": A few might say "ˈtomb-stone" with a heavy emphasis on the "t". The "t" should be pronounced clearly but not stressed. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and smooth to maintain proper flow in "tombstone".
- Mispronouncing "stone": Some learners may say "stone" as "stən". The correct pronunciation is "stoʊn" in US English and "stəʊn" in UK English. Tip: Focus on the "o" sound in "stone" to ensure clarity.