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How to pronounce:
beau
Definition:
(nou) a man who is the lover of a girl or young woman (nou) a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance
Phonetic Transcription:
bəʊ
Examples:
The wife and beau get rid of the body.
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Common mistakes of beau pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "beau" as /boʊ/ in American English, but it should be /bəʊ/ in British English. Tip: Focus on the diphthong sound, especially in UK pronunciation.
- Ignoring the silent "e": A common error is pronouncing the "e" at the end of "beau." It is silent, so the correct pronunciation is /boʊ/ (US) or /bəʊ/ (UK). Tip: Remember that the final "e" does not affect the vowel sound.
- Overemphasizing the "b": Some learners stress the "b" too much, making it sound harsh. The "b" in "beau" should be soft, leading into the vowel sound smoothly. Tip: Practice saying "beau" gently to maintain a natural flow.
- Confusing with similar words: "Beau" is often confused with "bow" (as in bending forward), which has a different pronunciation: /baʊ/. Tip: Distinguish between them by practicing each word separately to master their unique sounds.
- Mispronouncing as "boo": Some may mistakenly pronounce "beau" as /buː/, which changes its meaning. The correct pronunciation is /boʊ/ (US) or /bəʊ/ (UK). Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the difference clearly.