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violin
Definition:
(nou) bowed stringed instrument that is the highest member of the violin family; this instrument has four strings and a hollow body and an unfretted fingerboard and is played with a bow
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌvaɪəˈlɪn
Examples:
He plays the violin and the piano and is learning to play the guitar.
Jesty plays the violin and the piano and enjoys juggling.
Besides the piano, Fung also plays the harpsichord and violin.
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Common mistakes of violin pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "vi-o-LIN". The correct pronunciation is /ˌvaɪəˈlɪn/ in US and /ˌvaɪəˈlɪn/ in UK. Tip: Focus on stressing the last syllable.
- Missing the vowel sound: Some speakers omit the "o" sound, saying "vlin" instead of "violin". This leads to a loss of clarity. The "o" is crucial, pronounced as /aɪə/. Tip: Practice saying the full "vi-o-lin" to maintain clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "i": A common mistake is overemphasizing the "i" sound, resulting in "vi-o-LEEN". The correct sound is shorter, /ˈlɪn/. Tip: Keep the "i" brief and focus on the overall flow of "violin".
- Confusing "v" and "w": Some may pronounce the "v" in "violin" as a "w", leading to "wiolin". This changes the word entirely. Tip: Practice distinguishing between "v" /v/ and "w" /w/ sounds to avoid this error.
- Neglecting the "n" sound: Some speakers might drop the final "n", saying "violi". This omission can confuse listeners. The "n" is essential and pronounced as /n/. Tip: Always finish with a clear "n" sound for proper pronunciation.