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bereaved
Definition:
(nou) a person who has suffered the death of someone they loved
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Common mistakes of bereaved pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /bɪˈriːvd/. The correct pronunciation is /bɪˈriːvd/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the second syllable.
- Omitting the vowel sound: A common mistake is to drop the vowel sound in "bereaved," leading to a pronunciation like /bɹiːvd/. The correct form includes the schwa sound /bɪˈriːvd/. Tip: Focus on clearly pronouncing the initial vowel "e" as /ɪ/.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some may pronounce the "d" at the end too softly, making it sound like /bɪˈriːv/. The correct pronunciation is /bɪˈriːvd/, ensuring the "d" is heard. Tip: Emphasize the "d" to complete the word clearly.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "bereaved" with "believed," leading to mispronunciation as /bɪˈliːvd/. Remember, "bereaved" is pronounced /bɪˈriːvd/. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds; "e" in "bereaved" is pronounced as /ɪ/, not /ɪː/.
- Overemphasizing the vowels: Some may overly stress the vowels, saying /bɪˈriːvd/ with excessive length. The correct pronunciation is more balanced with natural flow: /bɪˈriːvd/. Tip: Practice saying it smoothly to maintain the correct rhythm.