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How to pronounce:
betrothed
Phonetic Transcription:
bɪˈtrəʊð
Examples:
The parents betrothed their children to others'.
The man betrothed his daughter with a doctor.
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Common mistakes of betrothed pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "betrothed" with an "o" sound, like "betrotheed." The correct pronunciation is /bɪˈtroʊðd/ in US and /bɪˈtrəʊðd/ in UK. Tip: Focus on the "e" in the first syllable.
- Misplaced stress: A common mistake is stressing the first syllable, saying "BET-rothed." The correct stress is on the second syllable: /bɪˈtroʊðd/ (US) and /bɪˈtrəʊðd/ (UK). Tip: Emphasize the "tro" instead.
- Omitting the final "d": Some may say "betrothe" without the final "d," leading to confusion. The correct form is "betrothed," pronounced /bɪˈtroʊðd/ (US) and /bɪˈtrəʊðd/ (UK). Tip: Remember to include the "d" sound at the end.
- Confusing with "betrothed" and "betroth": Some learners mix up "betrothed" with the base form "betroth." Remember, "betrothed" is the past participle form, pronounced /bɪˈtroʊðd/ (US) and /bɪˈtrəʊðd/ (UK). Tip: Use "betrothed" in contexts of engagement.
- Overemphasizing the "th" sound: Some may exaggerate the "th" in "betrothed," making it sound awkward. The correct pronunciation has a soft "th" sound, as in /ð/. Tip: Relax your tongue when pronouncing the "th."