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How to pronounce:
cope
Definition:
(nou) brick that is laid sideways at the top of a wall (nou) a long cloak; worn by a priest or bishop on ceremonial occasions
Phonetic Transcription:
kəʊp
Examples:
The railroad management also had to cope with outmoded station facilities.
He had to cope with the complaints.
The cope is a liturgical vestment in the form of a cape.
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Common mistakes of cope pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "cope" with a short "o" sound, like in "cot." The correct pronunciation is with a long "o" sound, /koʊp/ (US) or /kəʊp/ (UK). Tip: Focus on elongating the vowel sound to match the correct pronunciation.
- Misplacing stress: Some may mistakenly stress the second syllable or mispronounce "cope" as two syllables. "Cope" is a single-syllable word with the primary stress on the first syllable, /koʊp/ (US) or /kəʊp/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying the word quickly to reinforce its one-syllable structure.
- Overemphasizing the "p": In some cases, learners may overemphasize the "p" at the end of "cope," making it sound harsh. The correct pronunciation should have a soft ending, /koʊp/ (US) or /kəʊp/ (UK). Tip: Try to soften the "p" sound when pronouncing the word.
- Adding an extra vowel sound: Some might add a schwa sound, pronouncing it as "cope-uh." The correct pronunciation is simply /koʊp/ (US) or /kəʊp/ (UK) without any additional sounds. Tip: Ensure to pronounce "cope" as a single, smooth sound without extra syllables.
- Confusing "cope" with "cope with": Learners may mispronounce "cope" when used in phrases like "cope with," often stressing the wrong word. Remember, "cope" remains /koʊp/ (US) or /kəʊp/ (UK) regardless of context. Tip: Practice the phrase to maintain the correct pronunciation of "cope."