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wren
Definition:
(nou) English architect who designed more than fifty London churches (1632-1723) (nou) any of several small active brown birds of the northern hemisphere with short upright tails; they feed on insects
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Your dainty Fairy wren only has to worry about the Peregrine.
John was a wren in the underworld.
Or watch them try to mate with a wren.
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Common mistakes of wren pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "wren" with a long "e" sound, like "reen" [riːn]. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the short vowel sound /ɛ/ as in "bed" for accurate pronunciation.
- Ignoring the silent "w": Many might say "wren" starting with a pronounced "w," making it sound like "wren" [wren]. This is not standard. Tip: Remember that the "w" is silent, so start with the "r" sound.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some learners may incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "WREN." This is not correct as "wren" is a one-syllable word. Tip: Keep your emphasis on the single syllable without extra stress.
- Confusing with similar words: People may confuse "wren" with "ren," which can lead to mispronunciation. "Ren" has a different meaning and pronunciation. Tip: Focus on the unique sound of "wren" [rɛn] to distinguish it from other words.
- Overemphasizing the "n": Some might say "wren" with an exaggerated "n" sound, making it sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "n" soft and subtle to maintain the authenticity of the word.