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How to pronounce:
chief
Definition:
(nou) a person who is in charge (nou) a person who exercises control over workers (nou) the head of a tribe or clan
Phonetic Transcription:
tʃiːf
Examples:
A skill development center and a study circle for the disabled will be inaugurated by the chief minister on Friday.
It was the seat of the chief.
Amongst the dead are the chief prosecutor in Neiva and the chief of police.
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Common mistakes of chief pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "chie-f". The correct pronunciation is /ˈtʃiːf/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable when saying "chief".
- Confusing vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing "chief" with a short "i" sound, like /tʃɪf/. The correct sound is a long "ee" as in /tʃiːf/. Tip: Practice saying "see" to get the vowel sound right.
- Adding an extra syllable: Some people mistakenly pronounce "chief" as if it has two syllables, saying "chie-ef". The correct pronunciation is a single syllable /ˈtʃiːf/. Tip: Focus on saying the word quickly to avoid adding an extra beat.
- Incorrect final consonant: Learners sometimes pronounce "chief" with a soft ending, like /tʃif/. The correct ending is a clear "f" sound, as in /ˈtʃiːf/. Tip: Emphasize the "f" at the end to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "ch" sound: Some may pronounce "chief" with an exaggerated "ch", sounding like /tʃʲiːf/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈtʃiːf/ without extra emphasis. Tip: Keep the "ch" sound crisp but not overly pronounced.