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How to pronounce:
buy
Definition:
(nou) an advantageous purchase
Phonetic Transcription:
baɪ
Examples:
Citizens pay VAT everytime they buy products.
People would pay millions to buy an auriferous diamond.
The buyer must buy the farm and the animals and take care of them.
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Common mistakes of buy pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "buy" with a long "e" sound, saying /biː/ instead of /baɪ/. This error changes the meaning entirely. Tip: Focus on the "b" sound followed by the diphthong /aɪ/.
- Ignoring the initial consonant: A common mistake is omitting the "b" sound, leading to a pronunciation like /aɪ/. This makes the word unrecognizable. Tip: Emphasize the "b" at the beginning to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasizing the diphthong: Some speakers may stretch the diphthong sound too long, saying /baɪː/. This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the diphthong concise; it should flow smoothly without excessive length.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often mix up "buy" with "by" or "bye," which have different meanings. For example, "by" is pronounced /baɪ/ as well, but context matters. Tip: Pay attention to context to distinguish between these words correctly.
- Neglecting stress patterns: Some may misplace stress in the word "buy," treating it like a multi-syllable word. However, "buy" is a single-syllable word pronounced /baɪ/. Tip: Remember that "buy" has only one syllable, making it straightforward to pronounce.