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within

Phonetic Transcription:

wɪðˈiːn

Examples:

A fusible material is located within the housing.

The Village of Nelson is located within the town.

The grandstand is located within the Dolphin Island.

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Common mistakes of within pronunciation

  1. Misplacing the stress: Some learners mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "wi-ˈθin". The correct pronunciation is "wɪˈðɪn" (US) or "wɪˈðɪn" (UK), with stress on the second syllable. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "ðɪn" part.
  2. Pronouncing "th" incorrectly: Many people pronounce "th" as "t" or "d", saying "witin" or "widin". The correct sound is the voiced "ð" as in "this". Tip: Practice the "th" sound separately to improve clarity.
  3. Overemphasizing the vowels: Some learners may pronounce "within" with overly long vowels, saying "wiːˈðɪn". The correct pronunciation is shorter, "wɪˈðɪn". Tip: Keep your vowels crisp and quick to sound more natural.
  4. Omitting the "w" sound: A common mistake is to drop the "w" sound at the beginning, pronouncing it as "ithin". The correct pronunciation starts with "w", as in "wɪˈðɪn". Tip: Make sure to articulate the "w" clearly to avoid confusion.
  5. Confusing with similar words: Some learners confuse "within" with "without" or "with", leading to mispronunciation. The distinct sound of "ð" in "within" is key. Tip: Practice saying "within" in sentences to reinforce its unique pronunciation.

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How do you pronounce "within"?

The pronunciation of "within" in American English is /wɪˈðɪn/, with the stress on the second syllable. In British English, it is pronounced the same way.

What is the syllable breakdown for "within"?

The word "within" has two syllables: "with" and "in." You can break it down as /wɪ/ and /ðɪn/.

Is there a schwa sound in "within"?

Yes, the first syllable "with" contains a short vowel sound, while the second syllable "in" is pronounced clearly. So, there is no schwa in "within"; both syllables are pronounced distinctly.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "within"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, pronouncing it as /ˈwɪð.ɪn/ instead of /wɪˈðɪn/. Remember to stress the second syllable for correct pronunciation.
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