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How to pronounce:
train
Definition:
(nou) public transport provided by a line of railway cars coupled together and drawn by a locomotive (nou) a sequentially ordered set of things or events or ideas in which each successive member is related to the preceding (nou) a procession (of wagons or mules or camels) traveling together in single file (nou) a series of consequences wrought by an event (nou) piece of cloth forming the long back section of a gown that is drawn along the floor (nou) wheelwork consisting of a connected set of rotating gears by which force is transmitted or motion or torque is changed
Phonetic Transcription:
treɪn
Examples:
The train ticket office by the pedestrian entrance to the train platforms.
The faster the train moves, the more kinetic energy the train gains.
The driver of the train was killed.
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Common mistakes of train pronunciation
- Vowel confusion: Some learners mispronounce "train" as "trane" with an incorrect vowel sound. The correct pronunciation is /treɪn/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound, similar to "day".
- Dropping the final consonant: A common mistake is to say "tra" instead of "train", omitting the final "n". This alters the meaning entirely. Tip: Always ensure to pronounce the "n" clearly to avoid confusion.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "trAin". The correct pronunciation is /ˈtreɪn/, with the stress on the first syllable. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to emphasize the correct stress.
- Adding extra sounds: Learners sometimes add an extra sound, saying "train" as "trayin" or "trane". This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Keep it simple; focus on the two sounds /tr/ and /eɪn/ without additional syllables.
- Mispronouncing the "r": Some may pronounce "train" with a softer "r", sounding like "twayn". This is incorrect in both US and UK English. Tip: Practice the "r" sound by placing your tongue close to the roof of your mouth while articulating.