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tweak

Definition:

(nou) a squeeze with the fingers

Phonetic Transcription:

twiːk

Examples:

Thanks for the tweak to the template.

In the meantime I'll tweak the caption.

Feel free to tweak the wording of the description.

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Related Words:

twist

pull

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Common mistakes of tweak pronunciation

Stress misplacement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "tweak" as /twiːk/ instead of the correct stress pattern /ˈtwiːk/. Tip: Remember that "tweak" has only one syllable, so stress the first and only part.
Vowel sound confusion: A common mistake is to pronounce "tweak" with a short vowel sound, like /twɛk/. The correct pronunciation uses a long vowel /iː/. Tip: Practice saying "tweak" by elongating the "ee" sound to ensure clarity.
Final consonant sound: Some may omit or soften the final "k" sound, pronouncing it as /twiː/. The correct form includes a clear /k/ sound at the end. Tip: Emphasize the "k" by practicing with words that end in "k" to build confidence.
Adding extra syllables: Learners sometimes add an unnecessary vowel sound, pronouncing "tweak" as /ˈtwiːək/. The correct pronunciation is a single syllable. Tip: Focus on blending the sounds smoothly without adding extra vowels.
Incorrect vowel diphthong: Some pronounce "tweak" with a diphthong, saying /tweɪk/. The accurate pronunciation is a single long vowel /iː/. Tip: Listen to native speakers to distinguish between the long vowel and diphthong sounds for better pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "tweak" in American English?

In American English, "tweak" is pronounced as /twiːk/ with a single syllable. The vowel sound is a long "ee" as in "see," and the "t" is pronounced clearly at the beginning.

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

No, "tweak" is pronounced the same way in both American and British English, /twiːk/. The stress remains on the single syllable, and there are no significant regional variations in its pronunciation.

What is the correct stress pattern for the word "tweak"?

The word "tweak" has primary stress on the only syllable, making it /twiːk/. Since it is a one-syllable word, the stress is straightforward and does not change.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "tweak"?

One common mistake is mispronouncing the "w" sound, leading to a pronunciation like /tiːk/. It's important to ensure that the "w" is pronounced softly in the correct form, /twiːk/.