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How to pronounce:
chose
Phonetic Transcription:
tʃuːz
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Common mistakes of chose pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "chose" with a long "o" sound, like "choze" /tʃoʊz/ (US) or /tʃəʊz/ (UK). This can lead to confusion with "chose". Tip: Focus on the "o" sound being pronounced as /oʊ/ (US) or /əʊ/ (UK).
- Incorrect stress placement: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "cho-se" instead of the correct single syllable "chose". Tip: Remember, "chose" is a one-syllable word, so emphasize the beginning sound.
- Confusing past tense forms: Some may mix up "chose" with "choose" or "choosing", pronouncing them similarly. "Chose" is the past tense of "choose". Tip: Practice differentiating between the present /tʃuːz/ and past /tʃoʊz/ forms.
- Adding an extra syllable: Learners sometimes pronounce "chose" with an unnecessary syllable, saying "cho-sed". This is incorrect. Tip: Keep "chose" as a single syllable word to maintain clarity in pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "ch" sound: Some may pronounce "chose" with an exaggerated "ch" sound, making it sound like "chuh-ose". This can distort the word. Tip: Keep the "ch" sound crisp and clear, without adding extra vowel sounds.