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How to pronounce:
check
Definition:
(nou) a written order directing a bank to pay money (nou) an appraisal of the state of affairs (nou) the bill in a restaurant (nou) the state of inactivity following an interruption (nou) additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct (nou) the act of inspecting or verifying (nou) a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc. (nou) something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress (nou) a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something (nou) a textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard) (nou) the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess (nou) obstructing an opponent in ice hockey (nou) a direct attack on an opponent's king
Phonetic Transcription:
tʃek
Examples:
I decided to try to perfunctory fact check on one of them, just as a test.
Go check the mailbox. Go check the mailbox.
The check is in the mail.
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Common mistakes of check pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "check" as /tʃɛk/. Tip: Remember that "check" has only one syllable, so stress is on the initial sound /tʃ/.
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is pronouncing "check" with a long vowel sound, like /tʃiːk/. Tip: Ensure the vowel sound is short and crisp, pronounced as /ɛ/, so it sounds like "check."
- Overemphasizing the "ch": Some speakers may pronounce "check" with an exaggerated "ch," sounding like /tʃʌk/. Tip: Keep the "ch" sound soft and quick, pronounced as /tʃ/, to maintain clarity.
- Incorrect final consonant: Learners sometimes mispronounce the ending of "check" as /k/ instead of /k/. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the final sound clearly as /k/, ensuring it sounds like "check" and not "chek."
- Adding extra sounds: Some may add an extra vowel sound, saying "check" as /tʃɛkə/. Tip: Focus on the single syllable; "check" should be pronounced without any additional sounds at the end.