Step 1 for AmE: Start with 'frame' as in 'freɪm', focus on the long 'a'.
Step 2 for AmE: Emphasize 'werk' with a schwa sound: 'wɝk'.
Step 3 for AmE: Combine with stress on the first syllable: 'FRAME-work'.
fram-work (missing /eɪ/ sound)
frame-werk (incorrect vowel in second syllable)
free-mwork (inserting extra vowel)
Step 1 for BrE: Start with 'frame', focus on clear 'freɪm'.
Step 2 for BrE: End with 'wɜːk', using long open 'u' sound.
Step 3 for BrE: Primary stress on 'frame', lighter on 'work'.
fram-work (missing /eɪ/ sound)
frame-wørk (using ø)
free-mwork (inserting extra vowel)
Yes, stress the first syllable: FRAME-work.
Yes, the 'w' sound is the same.
In 'frame', pronounce 'ai' as in 'day', like /eɪ/.
A supporting structure for something.
/freɪm/
A structure that gives shape or support.
/wɜːk/
Physical or mental effort to achieve something.
/ˈfreɪmˌwɜːks/
Plural of framework.
- Addition of 'work' changes stress pattern.
- Framework starts with 'frame' altering initial sound.
- No singular 's', altering plural sound.
Make sure the 'a' in 'frame' sounds like the 'a' in 'day'.
Put strong emphasis on the first syllable to aid clarity.
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