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breathed
Phonetic Transcription:
briːð
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Common mistakes of breathed pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "breathed" as /briː"ðɛd/. The correct pronunciation is /"briːðd/ in both US and UK. Tip: Focus on the initial syllable for proper stress.
- Omitting the "d" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "breathed" as /"briːθ/. This omits the final "d" sound, which is crucial for clarity. Tip: Practice ending with a clear "d" to complete the word.
- Confusing with "breath": Some may say "breathed" as /"brɛθ/, confusing it with "breath." Remember, "breathed" has a voiced "d" sound at the end. Tip: Distinguish between the two by focusing on the final sound.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners sometimes shorten the vowel sound, pronouncing "breathed" as /"brɛtʰd/. The correct pronunciation features a long vowel sound /"briːðd/. Tip: Extend the vowel to ensure accurate pronunciation.
- Mispronouncing the "th" sound: Some may say "breathed" as /"bretʰd/, using a hard "t" instead of the soft "th" sound. The correct sound is /ð/. Tip: Practice the "th" sound by placing your tongue between your teeth and voicing it.