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How to pronounce:
cook
Definition:
(nou) someone who cooks food (nou) English navigator who claimed the east coast of Australia for Britain and discovered several Pacific islands (1728-1779)
Phonetic Transcription:
kʊk
Examples:
My mother always wanted to cook foods in firsthand.
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Common mistakes of cook pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners may pronounce "cook" with an incorrect vowel sound, like "kʊk" instead of "kʊk". Tip: Focus on the "oo" sound, similar to "look" to ensure accuracy.
- Incorrect stress placement: A common mistake is to stress the wrong syllable, such as saying "COOK" with emphasis on the "oo" instead of the entire word. Tip: Remember that "cook" is a single-syllable word, so the stress is on the whole word.
- Overemphasizing the "k" sound: Some might pronounce "cook" with an exaggerated "k" at the beginning, sounding like "kʊk". Tip: Keep the "k" sound clear but natural; it should not dominate the pronunciation.
- Confusing "cook" with "cooked": Learners may mistakenly pronounce "cook" as if it has a past tense ending, like "kʊkt". Tip: Remember that "cook" is present tense and should end with a clear "k" sound.
- Mixing up with "coke": Some may confuse "cook" with "coke", pronouncing it as "koʊk". Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sound; "cook" has a short "oo" sound, while "coke" has a long "o" sound.