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How to pronounce:
went
Definition:
(nou) a time for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) (nou) street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine (nou) a usually brief attempt (nou) a board game for two players who place counters on a grid; the object is to surround and so capture the opponent's counters
Phonetic Transcription:
ɡəʊ
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Common mistakes of went pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "went" as /wɛnt/ instead of the correct /wɛnt/. This can lead to confusion with similar words. Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound, like in "bed."
- Overemphasizing the "t": A common mistake is to pronounce the "t" at the end of "went" too strongly, making it sound like /wɛntʌ/. This can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and quick.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some people stress the wrong syllable, saying "WENT" instead of the correct unstressed pronunciation. In "went," the stress is naturally on the vowel sound. Tip: Practice saying it smoothly without overemphasizing any part.
- Confusing with "want": Learners often mix up "went" with "want," pronouncing "went" as /wɑnt/. This changes the meaning entirely. Tip: Remember that "went" has the "e" sound, while "want" has the "a" sound.
- Not linking sounds: Some speakers say "went" in isolation, making it sound choppy. In fluent speech, it often connects with the following word. Tip: Practice linking "went" with the next word to sound more natural, like "went to."