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What are common words people say differently?
60 Words People Pronounce Differently Across America
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How is crayon pronounced?
Webster’s Dictionary states the proper way to pronounce Crayon is in two syllables krA on’. However, individual and regional dialects may have slightly different pronunciations.
Why are these words often mispronounced?
These words are often mispronounced and are common mistakes that many English students make. This is because the combination of sounds is difficult, or because there are silent letters and syllables. I’ve chosen these words because they are common words, but they are also words that are often said incorrectly by non-native speakers.
Is GIF the only word you’ve been pronouncing wrong?
Sorry, GIF isn’t the only word you’ve been pronouncing wrong for, like, ever! Language is a beautiful, but complicated thing. A word can start out one way in one place, but by the time it gets spread across the world, it’s become an entirely different thing.
Is there more than one correct way to pronounce a word?
Pronunciation varies widely in American English, and you might be surprised to hear that the dictionary offers more than one correct way to say some of your favorite words.
Why is the pronunciation of the word ‘Th’ so difficult?
The difficult thing about the pronunciation of this word is the two consonant sounds. Both of those sounds are voiced consonant sounds so the sound is made here in your vocal cords. Now the thing to remember that’s really important is with that ‘-th’ sound, you need to bring your teeth through – your tongue through your teeth!