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How to pronounce:
baked
Phonetic Transcription:
beɪkt
Examples:
The fish are eaten and may be steamed, pan fried, broiled, or baked.
It's not half baked, not even quarter baked, it's still leavening.
The man baked the cake.
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Common mistakes of baked pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners may pronounce "baked" with a short vowel sound, resulting in "bekt." Correct pronunciation has the long vowel sound /eɪ/ as in "bait." Tip: Focus on elongating the vowel sound to achieve clarity.
- Ignoring the final "d": A common mistake is omitting the final "d" sound, leading to "bake." The correct pronunciation includes the voiced "d" /d/ at the end. Tip: Practice saying "baked" slowly to ensure the final sound is pronounced clearly.
- Confusing with "backed": Some may confuse "baked" with "backed," leading to a mispronunciation. "Baked" has the vowel sound /eɪ/, while "backed" uses /æ/. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds and practice differentiating them.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Learners might incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "baked." The correct stress is on the first syllable with primary stress /ˈbeɪkt/. Tip: Emphasize the first syllable when practicing the word.
- Overemphasizing the "k" sound: Some may pronounce "baked" with an exaggerated "k" sound, resulting in "bakedk." The correct pronunciation has a smooth transition without extra sounds. Tip: Focus on a clean, fluid pronunciation without adding unnecessary sounds.