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butterfly
Definition:
(nou) diurnal insect typically having a slender body with knobbed antennae and broad colorful wings (nou) a swimming stroke in which the arms are thrown forward together out of the water while the feet kick up and down
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈbʌtəflaɪ
Examples:
It gives the Latin name of the butterfly.
It is a stronghold for the dingy skipper butterfly.
The butterfly flies close to the ground.
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Common mistakes of butterfly pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "butterfly" as /ˈbʌtəflaɪ/. This is incorrect. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, /ˈbʌ/, in both US and UK pronunciations.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the first vowel too short, as in /ˈbʌtəflaɪ/. The correct sound is /ˈbʌtərflaɪ/. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "u" as /ʌ/, like in "cup," to achieve the right sound.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers pronounce the "t" too harshly, making it sound like /ˈbʌtərflaɪ/. The correct pronunciation is softer, /ˈbʌtəflaɪ/. Tip: Keep the "t" light, blending it smoothly with the following "er" sound.
- Skipping the "er" sound: A frequent error is to omit the "er," saying "butfly" instead of "butterfly," pronounced /ˈbʌtəflaɪ/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "er" clearly, as it is essential for correct pronunciation.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some might say "butterfly" with a long "i" sound, like /ˈbʌtəflaɪː/. The accurate ending is a short "i," /ˈbʌtəflaɪ/. Tip: Focus on making the ending sound brief and crisp to avoid elongation.