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Try LingUp Now!Start with the 'str' sound, where your tongue is close to the roof of your mouth.
Move to the 'eɪ' sound, like in 'say', by opening your mouth slightly.
End with the 'n' sound, letting air flow through your nose.
strong (str-ong)
stray (str-ay)
string (str-ing)
Start with the 'str' sound, forming the 's' with your tongue behind your teeth.
Proceed to the 'eɪ' sound, similar to 'day', by slightly opening your mouth.
Finish with the 'n' sound, letting the tongue touch the roof of your mouth.
strong (str-ong)
stray (str-ay)
string (str-ing)
The 'eɪ' sound requires your mouth to open slightly and your tongue to move up.
Yes, it can be tough. Make sure your tongue is close to the roof of your mouth.
They both start with 'str', but listen to the vowel sounds carefully.
A force that makes something stretch or become tense.
/streɪnd/
Showing signs of stress or tension.
/ˈstreɪnər/
A device used to strain liquids.
/streɪn/
To stretch tightly.
The '-ed' suffix in 'strained' adds an extra syllable.
'Strainer' includes a '-er' ending, changing the final sound.
'To strain' shares pronunciation but changes context.
Practice the 'str' sounds slowly, then increase speed as you get comfortable.
Ensure your mouth shape is correct for the 'eɪ' sound to avoid confusion.
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