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How to pronounce:
cherub
Definition:
(nou) a sweet innocent baby (nou) an angel of the second order whose gift is knowledge; usually portrayed as a winged child
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtʃerəb
Examples:
God rides on a cherub on the wings of the wind.
Ruthless hooks the shark in the cherub.
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Common mistakes of cherub pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "cher-UB" instead of "CHER-ub". This can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable: /ˈtʃɛr.əb/ in US and UK.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the "e" as "ee", leading to "chee-rub". The correct pronunciation has a short "e" sound. Tip: Focus on the "e" sounding like "eh" as in "bed": /ˈtʃɛr.əb/.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some may pronounce "cherub" with a strong "r" sound, making it sound like "cher-ub". This can distort the word. Tip: Keep the "r" subtle, blending it smoothly into the first syllable.
- Ignoring the schwa: Learners might skip the schwa sound in the second syllable, saying "cher-ub" instead of "cher-ub". This makes the word sound clipped. Tip: Remember to include the schwa /ə/ for a smoother pronunciation.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "cherub" with "cherubim", leading to mispronunciation. While "cherub" is /ˈtʃɛr.əb/, "cherubim" has a different stress pattern. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the differences in syllable count and stress.