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bald

Phonetic Transcription:

bɔːld

Examples:

This is the reason bald headed men are uptight.

The confusion comes from the picture of the chick with bald flesh on its head.

The one on the left has a big bald patch in the middle of his head.

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Common mistakes of bald pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "bald" with a long "a" sound, saying /beɪld/. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound /bɔld/ in US English and /bɔːld/ in UK English.
Ignoring the "l": It's common to drop the "l" sound, resulting in /bɔd/. This alters the meaning. Tip: Make sure to clearly pronounce the "l" as in /bɔld/ for clarity.
Overemphasizing the "d": Some may pronounce "bald" with an exaggerated "d" sound, sounding like /bɔldd/. This is not standard. Tip: Keep the "d" soft and subtle, as in /bɔld/.
Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "bald" with "balled," leading to the incorrect pronunciation /bɔld/ for both. Tip: Remember that "bald" refers to hairlessness, while "balled" relates to forming a ball.
Stressing the wrong syllable: Some might incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying /bald/. This is incorrect. Tip: "Bald" is a single-syllable word, so stress the whole word evenly: /bɔld/ in US and /bɔːld/ in UK.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "bald" in American English?

In American English, "bald" is pronounced as /bɔld/, with a single syllable and the vowel sound similar to "aw" in "saw." The stress is on the vowel, making it sound strong and clear.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "bald" between American and British English?

The pronunciation of "bald" is quite similar in both American and British English, pronounced as /bɔːld/ in British English. The primary difference is that the British version has a longer vowel sound.

What is the syllable structure of the word "bald"?

The word "bald" has one syllable, making it a monosyllabic word. It consists of the consonant sound "b," the vowel sound "aw," and the final consonant "d."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "bald"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing "bald" with an extra vowel sound, making it sound like "bawld." Remember, "bald" should stick to one clear syllable with no added sounds.