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april
Definition:
(nou) the month following March and preceding May
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈeɪprəl
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Common mistakes of april pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "a-PRIL" instead of the correct "APR-il" /ˈeɪ.prəl/ (US) /ˈeɪ.prɪl/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for correct emphasis.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "april" with a long "a" sound, like "ay" in "day," instead of the correct short "a" sound /ˈeɪ.prəl/ (US) /ˈeɪ.prɪl/ (UK). Tip: Practice with words like "apple" to master the short "a."
- Skipping the second syllable: It's common to hear "april" pronounced as "APR" /ˈeɪ.prəl/ (US) /ˈeɪ.prɪl/ (UK). This omits the second syllable entirely. Tip: Always articulate both syllables clearly when speaking.
- Incorrect final sound: Some learners may pronounce the final "l" in "april" too softly or as a vowel sound, leading to "apri" /ˈeɪ.prɪ/ instead of the correct "april" /ˈeɪ.prəl/ (US) /ˈeɪ.prɪl/ (UK). Tip: Ensure the "l" is pronounced distinctly.
- Overemphasizing the "r": A few individuals may overemphasize the "r" in "april," making it sound like "april" /ˈeɪ.pɹɪl/ (US) instead of the correct pronunciation. Tip: Keep the "r" subtle, blending it smoothly with the preceding vowel.