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How to pronounce:
courageous
Phonetic Transcription:
kəˈreɪdʒəs
Examples:
He was brave and courageous but acted on the spur of the moment.
The Baigas are courageous woodsman and hunters.
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Common mistakes of courageous pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress on the wrong syllable, saying "cu-RA-geous" instead of "cu-REI-ʤəs" (US) or "kə-ˈreɪ-ʤəs" (UK). Tip: Focus on the second syllable for correct pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some may pronounce "courageous" with overly long vowels, making it sound like "coo-RAA-geous." This is incorrect. Tip: Keep the vowels short and crisp, especially in the first and last syllables.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing the "ou" as "ow" instead of "uh." The correct sound is /kəˈreɪ/ (US) or /kəˈreɪ/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying "courageous" slowly to master the vowel sounds.
- Skipping syllables: Some speakers may say "courage" instead of "courageous," dropping the last syllable. This changes the meaning. Tip: Always pronounce all syllables clearly, particularly the ending "-ous."
- Mispronouncing "ous": The ending "ous" is often mispronounced as "us." The correct pronunciation is /əs/. Tip: Pay attention to the ending to ensure clarity and accuracy in your speech.