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How to pronounce:
yearn
Phonetic Transcription:
jɜːn
Examples:
They yearn for a long vacation, and get bored with numerous tests and homework.
It is not enough to yearn for peace.
They trust their intuition and yearn for romance.
Phonetic Transcription
jɜːn
Examples:
They yearn for a long vacation, and get bored with numerous tests and homework.
It is not enough to yearn for peace.
They trust their intuition and yearn for romance.
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Common mistakes of yearn pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "yearn" as "yern" with a short "e" sound. This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /jɜrn/ in US English and /jɪən/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the "ear" sound to avoid confusion.
- Incorrect stress placement: New speakers often stress the second syllable, saying "ye-ARN". However, "yearn" is a one-syllable word with primary stress on the first syllable /jɜrn/. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, emphasizing the initial sound.
- Overemphasizing the "r" sound: Some may pronounce "yearn" with a strong "r" as in "yern" /jɜrn/. This can sound unnatural. The "r" should be softer and blend smoothly with the vowel. Tip: Relax your mouth and let the "r" flow into the vowel sound.
- Adding an extra vowel sound: A common mistake is to add an extra sound, pronouncing "yearn" as "yea-urn". This creates two syllables instead of one. The correct form is /jɜrn/ or /jɪən/. Tip: Keep it concise; remember, "yearn" is one smooth sound.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes mix "yearn" with "earn" /ɜrn/. While they sound similar, "yearn" has a distinct "y" sound at the beginning. Tip: Practice minimal pairs to differentiate between the two words effectively.
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