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blood
Definition:
(nou) the fluid (red in vertebrates) that is pumped through the body by the heart and contains plasma, blood cells, and platelets (nou) temperament or disposition (nou) a dissolute man in fashionable society (nou) the descendants of one individual (nou) people viewed as members of a group
Phonetic Transcription:
blʌd
Examples:
Portal venous pressure is the blood pressure in the portal vein.
Blood pressure refers to the force of the blood against arterial walls.
Red stands for the blood and the intensive flame.
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Common mistakes of blood pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners might pronounce "blood" with a long "oo" sound, like in "food." The correct pronunciation is /blʌd/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the short "u" sound like in "mud."
- Ignoring the "b" sound: A common mistake is to drop the initial "b" sound, saying "lood" instead of "blood." This alters the word entirely. Tip: Emphasize the "b" at the beginning, ensuring it is clear and strong.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Some may pronounce "blood" with an overly pronounced "d," leading to a sound closer to "blod." The correct pronunciation is /blʌd/. Tip: Keep the "d" soft and natural to maintain the word's integrity.
- Mispronouncing the final consonant: Learners might replace the "d" in "blood" with a "t," saying "blut." This is incorrect. Tip: Practice saying "blood" with a clear "d" sound at the end to avoid confusion with other words.
- Incorrect syllable stress: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "bloo-d." However, "blood" is a single-syllable word. Tip: Remember that "blood" is pronounced with one clear syllable, /blʌd/, focusing on the initial sound.