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How to pronounce:
weaken
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈwiːkən
Examples:
The deletions will weaken the article.
Cut the nostrils of a pig to weaken the snout.
The aim was to cause dissension and weaken morale.
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Common mistakes of weaken pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "wea-KEN" instead of the correct "WEA-ken" (/ˈwiː.kən/ in US and UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Pronouncing "weaken" with a short vowel sound as in "cat" can lead to "wæken". The correct pronunciation uses a long "e" sound, as in "see". Tip: Focus on elongating the "ea" to /iː/.
- Silent "h" misunderstanding: Some may mistakenly include a pronounced "h" sound, saying "hweaken". The correct pronunciation does not include this sound. Tip: Practice saying "weaken" without adding an "h" at the beginning.
- Incorrect syllable count: Learners might treat "weaken" as a two-syllable word, pronouncing it as "wea-ken". However, it is a two-syllable word with the first syllable stressed. Tip: Break it down as "WEA-ken" to maintain the correct syllable structure.
- Final "n" sound omission: Some may drop the final "n" sound, saying "weake". The correct pronunciation clearly articulates the "n" at the end. Tip: Ensure you finish with a clear "n" sound to complete the word.