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windmill
Definition:
(nou) a mill that is powered by the wind (nou) generator that extracts usable energy from winds
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈwɪndmɪl
Examples:
He is the curator of the windmill.
The windmill is in the center of the town.
The Chinese reportedly invented the windmill.
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Common mistakes of windmill pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "wind-MILL" instead of "WIND-mill". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, as in IPA /ˈwɪndˌmɪl/ for both US and UK.
- Vowel sound confusion: The "i" in "windmill" may be pronounced as /ɪ/ (as in "bit") instead of /ɪ/ (as in "sit"). Tip: Practice the short "i" sound to avoid confusion with similar words.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Some speakers might pronounce "windmill" with a strong "d" sound, leading to "wined-mill". Tip: Focus on the smooth transition from "wind" to "mill" without overly stressing the "d".
- Dropping the "w": A common mistake is pronouncing it as "indmill", omitting the "w" sound. Tip: Ensure you articulate the "w" clearly at the beginning, as in IPA /ˈwɪndˌmɪl/.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may pronounce "windmill" with a long "i", sounding like "weendmill". Tip: Use the short vowel sound /ɪ/ to maintain the correct pronunciation.