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wasting
Definition:
(nou) any general reduction in vitality and strength of body and mind resulting from a debilitating chronic disease (nou) a decrease in size of an organ caused by disease or disuse
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈweɪstɪŋ
Examples:
The man is wasting his own money.
For me, that is the biggest pitfall and we see so many people wasting their money on it.
That is the definition of wasting time.
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Common mistakes of wasting pronunciation
- Dropping the "t": Some learners may drop the "t" sound in "wasting," pronouncing it as "wasing." This leads to a loss of clarity. Tip: Focus on the "t" sound at the end, pronounced as /t/ in both US [ˈweɪstɪŋ] and UK [ˈweɪstɪŋ].
- Misplacing the stress: Incorrectly stressing the second syllable can result in "wasting" sounding like "waste-ING." This changes the meaning and can confuse listeners. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable, as in /ˈweɪstɪŋ/.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the vowel in "wasting" incorrectly, using an "a" sound instead of the correct "ay" sound. This can lead to mispronunciation. Tip: Practice the diphthong /eɪ/ to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "ing": Learners might place too much emphasis on the "ing," making it sound like "waste-ing." This can disrupt the flow of speech. Tip: Keep the "ing" sound light and connected to the first part of the word, as in /ɪŋ/.
- Inconsistent pronunciation: Variability in saying "wasting" can confuse listeners, especially in different contexts. For example, saying it differently in casual speech versus formal settings. Tip: Practice consistently to develop a stable pronunciation across all contexts.