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warn

Phonetic Transcription:

wɔːn

Examples:

Is it to warn against the dangers of developing an undeserved ego

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Related Words:

hazard

danger

caution

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Common mistakes of warn pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "warn" with a short "a" sound, like "wæn". This is incorrect; the correct pronunciation is /wɔrn/ in US English and /wɔːn/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the "or" sound, which is more like "aw".
Ignoring the "r" sound: A common mistake is to drop the "r" in "warn", leading to a pronunciation like "wahn". This alters the meaning and is not standard. Tip: Ensure to articulate the "r" clearly after the vowel.
Confusing with "wharn": Some may mispronounce "warn" as "wharn", adding an unnecessary "h" sound. The correct pronunciation is /wɔrn/ in US English and /wɔːn/ in UK English. Tip: Practice saying "warn" without the "h" to avoid confusion.
Overemphasizing the "w": Learners sometimes stress the "w" too much, saying "w-warn". This can sound unnatural. The correct stress pattern is /wɔrn/ in US English and /wɔːn/ in UK English. Tip: Keep the "w" smooth and connected to the vowel sound.
Mixing up with "warned": Some people pronounce "warn" as if it were the past tense "warned", leading to an incorrect lengthening of the vowel sound. The correct pronunciation for "warn" is /wɔrn/ in US English and /wɔːn/ in UK English. Tip: Remember that "warn" is a single syllable, while "warned" has an extra syllable.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "warn" in American English?

In American English, "warn" is pronounced as /wɔrn/ with a single syllable. The vowel sound is similar to the "or" in "more," and the "w" is pronounced clearly at the beginning.

What is the British pronunciation of "warn"?

In British English, "warn" is also pronounced as /wɔːn/. The primary difference is that the vowel sound is a bit longer compared to the American pronunciation.

Does "warn" have any silent letters?

No, "warn" does not have any silent letters. Each letter in the word contributes to its pronunciation, and the "w" is pronounced at the start.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "warn"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing "warn" as /wɛrn/, which uses the vowel sound from "wear." Remember to use the correct vowel sound /ɔː/ or /ɔ/ to avoid confusion with words like "worn."