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How to pronounce:
trained
Phonetic Transcription:
treɪnd
Examples:
The man also forgos the professional judgment of a trained attorney.
He was trained as an agronomist, but had no higher scientific education.
The coach trained athletes.
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Common mistakes of trained pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "trained" as /trɛɪnd/ instead of the correct /treɪnd/. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound as in "day."
- Ignoring the final "d": A common mistake is to omit the final "d" sound, pronouncing "trained" as /treɪn/. This alters the meaning. Tip: Always articulate the "d" clearly to convey the past tense.
- Overemphasizing the initial consonant: Some people say "trained" with excessive stress on the "t," sounding like /ˈtreɪnd/. This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the stress balanced to maintain fluidity in speech.
- Incorrect syllable stress: Misplacing stress can lead to saying "trained" as /træɪnd/ with stress on the wrong syllable. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, "trained."
- Blending sounds too much: Some may pronounce "trained" as /træn/ or /trɛnd/, merging sounds incorrectly. This can change the word entirely. Tip: Practice separating the sounds to ensure clarity in pronunciation.