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adverb
Definition:
(nou) the word class that qualifies verbs or clauses (nou) a word that modifies something other than a noun
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈædvɜːb
Examples:
It is also an adverb in the English language.
In other words, preposition is the superclass while adverb is the subclass.
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Common mistakes of adverb pronunciation
- Stress on the wrong syllable: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ad-VERB" instead of the correct "AD-verb". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, as indicated by ˈæd.vɜrb in US and ˈæd.vɜːb in UK.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "adverb" with an "uh" sound, saying "ad-verb" instead of using the correct "æ" sound. Tip: Focus on producing the "æ" sound as in "cat" to ensure clarity.
- Omitting the "d" sound: A common mistake is to drop the "d" and say "averb" instead of "adverb". Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "d" clearly to maintain the integrity of the word.
- Confusing "adverb" with "adverbial": Some learners mistakenly pronounce "adverb" as "ad-VERB-ee-al". Tip: Keep "adverb" concise and remember it is a two-syllable word, not three.
- Incorrectly lengthening the final consonant: Some may extend the "b" sound at the end, saying "adverbb". Tip: Keep the final consonant short and crisp, as in ˈæd.vɜrb in US and ˈæd.vɜːb in UK.