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How to pronounce:
bowed
Phonetic Transcription:
baʊd
Examples:
Building is bowed upwards in the middle.
The municipal officer bowed in silence.
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Common mistakes of bowed pronunciation
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "bowed" as /boʊd/ (US) or /bəʊd/ (UK), using a long "o" sound. Tip: Focus on the diphthong in "bowed," which combines the sounds /aʊ/ or /aʊ/ before the "d."
- Confusing "bowed" with "bowed": Many confuse the past tense "bowed" with the present tense "bow" (/baʊ/). Tip: Remember that "bowed" has an added "d" sound, changing the pronunciation and meaning.
- Ignoring the final consonant: Some may drop the "d" sound, saying "bow" instead of "bowed." Tip: Ensure that the final "d" is clearly pronounced to convey the correct tense and meaning.
- Overemphasizing the "b" sound: Occasionally, learners stress the "b" in "bowed" too much, making it sound unnatural. Tip: Use a softer "b" sound, blending it smoothly into the vowel sound for a more natural pronunciation.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners may place stress incorrectly, saying "BOW-ed" instead of "bowed." Tip: The stress should be on the first syllable, pronounced as /ˈbaʊd/ in both US and UK English, ensuring clarity.