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chore

Definition:

(nou) a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee

Phonetic Transcription:

tʃɔː

Examples:

There was an element of the chore creeping in.

Which of you admin's are up to the chore

They began the chore of preparing for farming by clearing the land.

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job

service

work

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Common mistakes of chore pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "chore" with a long "o" sound, like "choar" /tʃɔr/. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the short vowel sound /ɔː/ in UK pronunciation /tʃɔː/ and /ɔ/ in US pronunciation.
Incorrect stress placement: Many people stress the second syllable, saying "cho-re" instead of the correct single-syllable pronunciation "chore" /tʃɔr/. Tip: Remember, "chore" is a single syllable, so stress the whole word equally.
Overemphasizing the "ch" sound: Some learners pronounce "chore" with an exaggerated "ch" sound, making it sound like "chore-ay" /tʃɔːˈeɪ/. This is not standard. Tip: Keep the "ch" sound soft and concise, blending it smoothly into the vowel.
Adding an extra vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "chore" as "chore-uh" /tʃɔrʌ/. This adds an unnecessary schwa sound. Tip: Practice saying "chore" quickly to eliminate any extra sounds.
Confusing with "sure": Some confuse "chore" with "sure" /ʃʊr/, leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Distinguish the initial sounds; "chore" starts with /tʃ/, while "sure" starts with /ʃ/.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "chore" in American English?

In American English, "chore" is pronounced as /tʃɔr/ with a single syllable and the stress on the whole word. The "ch" sounds like "ch" in "chocolate," and the "ore" rhymes with "more."

What is the British pronunciation of "chore"?

In British English, "chore" is pronounced as /tʃɔː/ with a longer vowel sound. The stress remains on the single syllable, similar to the American pronunciation, but the vowel is more drawn out.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "chore"?

Many learners mistakenly pronounce "chore" with a schwa sound, like /tʃəːr/. However, it should be pronounced with a clear "or" sound, avoiding the schwa.

What is the meaning of "chore" and how is it used?

"Chore" refers to a routine task or duty, often related to household work, like cleaning or doing laundry. It can also be used informally to describe any unpleasant task one has to do.