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beak
Definition:
(nou) beaklike mouth of animals other than birds (e.g., turtles) (nou) horny projecting mouth of a bird (nou) a beaklike, tapering tip on certain plant structures (nou) informal terms for the nose
Phonetic Transcription:
biːk
Examples:
The beak is the mouth of birds.
The tomium is the sharp cutting edge of the beak of a bird or turtle.
The beak is dark red, as are the short legs and webbed feet.
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Common mistakes of beak pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "beak" with a short vowel sound, like in "bit". The correct pronunciation uses a long "ee" sound, represented as /iː/ in IPA. Tip: Practice elongating the vowel to achieve the correct sound.
- Ignoring the initial consonant: Some may start "beak" with a softer "b" sound, which can lead to confusion with words like "leak". The correct initial sound is a strong /b/. Tip: Emphasize the "b" by practicing with words that start with the same sound.
- Overemphasizing the ending: Learners sometimes stress the "k" sound too much, making it harsh. In both US and UK pronunciations, the "k" should be clear but not overly emphasized, represented as /k/. Tip: Focus on a smooth transition from the vowel to the consonant.
- Mixing up with similar words: Some confuse "beak" with "bake" or "peek", which alters the meaning. "Beak" is pronounced /biːk/, while "bake" has a different vowel sound. Tip: Listen to audio examples to distinguish between these similar-sounding words.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: "Beak" is a one-syllable word, so stressing a non-existent second syllable can lead to mispronunciation. The correct stress is on the single syllable: /biːk/. Tip: Practice saying the word in isolation to reinforce the correct stress pattern.