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world
Definition:
(nou) everything that exists anywhere (nou) people in general; especially a distinctive group of people with some shared interest (nou) all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you (nou) the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on (nou) people in general considered as a whole (nou) a part of the earth that can be considered separately (nou) the concerns of this life as distinguished from heaven and the afterlife (nou) all of the living human inhabitants of the earth
Phonetic Transcription:
wɜːld
Examples:
The global world wants peace and harmony in the globe of the world.
Globalization is an example of the changing spatialization of the world.
Inequality is increasing around the world while the world appears to globalize.
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Common mistakes of world pronunciation
- Dropping the "w": Many learners pronounce "world" as "erld" /wɜːrld/ (UK: /wɜːld/). This omission can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Always start with the "w" sound, as it is crucial for clarity.
- Misplacing the stress: Some people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "world" as "worl-d" /ˈwɜːrld/. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, "worl."
- Incorrect vowel sound: A frequent mistake is pronouncing "world" with a short vowel sound, like "wurd" /wɜrd/. This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Ensure the vowel sound is long, as in "her," to maintain accuracy.
- Overemphasizing the "l": Learners may pronounce "world" with a heavy "l" sound, sounding like "worlld" /wɜːrld/. This can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "l" sound subtle and smooth, blending it with the preceding vowel.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "world" with "whirled" /wɜːrld/, leading to miscommunication. This can happen in fast speech. Tip: Focus on the context to differentiate these words and practice them separately for clarity.