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board
Definition:
(nou) a committee having supervisory powers (nou) a stout length of sawn timber; made in a wide variety of sizes and used for many purposes (nou) a flat piece of material designed for a special purpose (nou) food or meals in general (nou) a vertical surface on which information can be displayed to public view (nou) a table at which meals are served (nou) electrical device consisting of a flat insulated surface that contains switches and dials and meters for controlling other electrical devices (nou) a printed circuit that can be inserted into expansion slots in a computer to increase the computer's capabilities (nou) a flat portable surface (usually rectangular) designed for board games
Phonetic Transcription:
bɔːd
Examples:
The parquet floor in the Hall resembles the 'Clue' game board.
Thus the board used in the card game became the tiled map in the video game.
In rocker boards and wobble boards, the fulcrum is attached to the board.
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Common mistakes of board pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "board" with a short vowel sound, like in "cat." This is incorrect. Correct pronunciation uses the long vowel sound /ɔː/ in UK and /ɔːr/ in US. Tip: Focus on elongating the vowel when saying "board."
- Ignoring the "r" sound: In American English, the "r" in "board" is pronounced, while some may omit it, leading to a softer sound. The correct IPA for US is /bɔrd/. Tip: Practice saying "board" with emphasis on the "r" to ensure clarity.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: "Board" is a one-syllable word, so all emphasis should be on the single syllable. Misplacing stress can confuse listeners. The IPA shows no syllable division: /bɔrd/ (UK) and /bɔrd/ (US). Tip: Remember it's just one syllable—focus on that.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "board" with "bored" due to similar sounds. "Bored" has a different vowel sound /ɔː/ in UK and /ɔːr/ in US. Tip: Pay attention to the context and practice distinguishing "board" and "bored."
- Overemphasizing the "d": Some learners may overpronounce the "d" at the end of "board," making it sound too heavy. The correct ending is softer. The IPA for "board" is /bɔːrd/ (US) and /bɔːd/ (UK). Tip: Keep the "d" light and natural in your speech.