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wagon
Definition:
(nou) any of various kinds of wheeled vehicles drawn by an animal or a tractor (nou) van used by police to transport prisoners (nou) a group of seven bright stars in the constellation Ursa Major (nou) a child's four-wheeled toy cart sometimes used for coasting (nou) a car that has a long body and rear door with space behind rear seat
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈwæɡən
Examples:
Another form of the carriage was the pageant wagon of the 14th century.
Elizabeth went to the front of the wagon train.
The Applegates were blamed for the hardships the first wagon train faced.
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Common mistakes of wagon pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "wa-GON" instead of the correct "WAG-on" (/ˈwæɡən/ in US and /ˈwæɡən/ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Shortening the vowel sound: Some might pronounce "wagon" with a short "a" sound, like "wag-in." This alters the intended pronunciation to /ˈwæɡɪn/. Tip: Focus on elongating the "a" to achieve the correct sound.
- Mispronouncing the final "n": A common mistake is to drop the "n" sound, leading to a pronunciation like "wag-o." This results in losing the full meaning of "wagon" (/ˈwæɡən/). Tip: Ensure you articulate the "n" clearly at the end.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "wagon" with "wagoner" or "waggon," leading to incorrect pronunciations. The correct form is "wagon" (/ˈwæɡən/). Tip: Familiarize yourself with the word's definition to avoid mix-ups.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some might pronounce "wagon" with a strong "g" sound, saying "wag-gon." This changes the sound to /ˈwæɡɡən/. Tip: Keep the "g" soft and smooth for accurate pronunciation.