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How to pronounce:
twelve
Definition:
(nou) the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one
Phonetic Transcription:
twelv
Examples:
He had the twelve and the seventy.
Littoral is the smallest of the twelve departments.
She was tonsured at the age of twelve.
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Common mistakes of twelve pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "twelve" as /twɛlv/ instead of the correct /twɛlv/ in US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the "e" sound, which should be short and clear.
- Incorrect stress placement: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "twelve" as /twɛlˈv/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈtwɛlv/. Tip: Emphasize the "tw" at the beginning.
- Overemphasizing the "v" sound: Some may pronounce "twelve" with an exaggerated "v" sound, sounding like "twelv" /twɛlv/. Tip: Keep the "v" soft and blend it smoothly with the preceding sounds.
- Dropping the initial consonant cluster: Learners sometimes say "twelve" as "twel" /twɛl/, omitting the "v" sound. Tip: Practice saying "twelve" slowly to ensure you include all sounds.
- Confusing with similar words: Some people mix up "twelve" with "twelve" /twɛlv/ and "twilight" /ˈtwaɪlaɪt/. Tip: Pay attention to context and practice distinguishing between the two words in sentences.