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How to pronounce:
buddy
Definition:
(nou) a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈbʌdi
Examples:
After swindle, best friend remains a good buddy.
The rich brats will live in the slums with their buddy.
Beat the White House's buddy Jindal in the race.
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Common mistakes of buddy pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "buh-DY" instead of the correct "BUD-dy" /ˈbʌdi/ (US) /ˈbʌdi/ (UK). Tip: Remember that the first syllable is stressed.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "buddy" with a long "u" sound, saying "buh-dee" /ˈbʌdi/. This is incorrect; the vowel should be a short "u" as in "cup." Tip: Focus on producing a short "u" sound.
- Omitting the final "y": A common mistake is dropping the "y" sound at the end, resulting in "bud" /bʌd/. This changes the meaning entirely. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "y" clearly at the end.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners sometimes elongate the vowel, saying "budd-ee" /ˈbʌdi/. This is not standard pronunciation. Tip: Keep the vowel sound short and crisp to maintain the word's integrity.
- Mispronouncing the "d": Some may pronounce "buddy" with a hard "d," sounding like "buh-dee" /ˈbʌdi/. This is a subtle but important distinction. Tip: Practice the softer "d" sound to ensure clarity.