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How to pronounce:
beard
Definition:
(nou) the hair growing on the lower part of a man's face (nou) a tuft or growth of hairs or bristles on certain plants such as iris or grasses (nou) a person who diverts suspicion from someone (especially a woman who accompanies a male homosexual in order to conceal his homosexuality) (nou) hairy growth on or near the face of certain mammals (nou) tuft of strong filaments by which e.g. a mussel makes itself fast to a fixed surface
Phonetic Transcription:
bɪəd
Examples:
He is shaving his beard.
He shaved his beard.
That Guy with the beard and the long hair.
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Common mistakes of beard pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "beard" as /bɪrd/ instead of /bɪəd/ (UK) or /bɪrd/ (US). This mistake can change the meaning. Tip: Focus on the long vowel sound in "ear" to get it right.
- Ignoring the "r" sound: Many people omit the "r" in "beard," saying /biːd/ instead of /bɪrd/ (US) or /bɪəd/ (UK). This can lead to confusion with "bead." Tip: Practice emphasizing the "r" sound to distinguish it clearly.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "beard" as /bɪˈɑrd/. The correct stress is on the single syllable. Tip: Remember that "beard" has only one syllable, so keep the emphasis on the start.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Some speakers pronounce "beard" with a heavy "d" sound, making it sound like /bɪərd/. This is not standard. Tip: Keep the "d" soft and subtle to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Confusing "beard" with similar words: Learners often mix up "beard" with "bared" or "beard" with "bird." This can lead to miscommunication. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds and the presence of the "r" to differentiate these words.