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How to pronounce:
chide
Phonetic Transcription:
tʃaɪd
Examples:
It is unfair the chide the innocent man.
That's why you're not the right person to chide me.
I'd chide whoever put it in there the way it was, but who cares.
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Common mistakes of chide pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "chide" as /ʧaɪd/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈʧaɪd/ with primary stress on the first syllable. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "ch" sound at the beginning.
- Overpronouncing the vowel: A common mistake is to overemphasize the vowel sound, resulting in "chide" pronounced as /ʧaɪdɛ/. The correct form is /ˈʧaɪd/ without an extra vowel sound. Tip: Keep the vowel sound short and clear.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "chide" with "chide" /ʧaɪd/ and "chide" /ʧaɪdɪŋ/. Remember that "chide" is a single-syllable word. Tip: Practice saying "chide" in sentences to reinforce its singular sound.
- Incorrect "ch" sound: Some may pronounce "chide" with a "sh" sound, saying "shide" /ʃaɪd/. The correct pronunciation starts with the "ch" sound /ʧ/. Tip: Practice the "ch" sound separately to avoid this mistake.
- Ignoring the silent "e": Some learners may mispronounce "chide" by adding an unnecessary "e" sound at the end, saying "chide" as /ʧaɪdɛ/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈʧaɪd/ with no final "e" sound. Tip: Remember that the silent "e" does not affect the pronunciation.