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How to pronounce:
crooked
Phonetic Transcription:
krʊkt
Examples:
So the Kammel is the crooked water.
The trunk is crooked and asymmetrical at the base.
Raising the crooked finger is invitation to the act.
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Common mistakes of crooked pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly, saying "crooked" as /ˈkrʊk.ɪd/. The correct pronunciation has the stress on the first syllable: /ˈkrʊk.ɪd/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Over-pronouncing the "o": Many people pronounce "crooked" with a clear "o" sound, like /ˈkroʊ.kɪd/. In reality, the "o" is more of a schwa sound, making it sound more like /ˈkrʊk.ɪd/. Tip: Focus on a short "u" sound instead of a long "o."
- Ignoring the "d" at the end: Some speakers drop the final "d," saying "crooke" as /ˈkrʊk/. The "d" is important and should be pronounced clearly. Tip: Always finish the word with a crisp "d" sound.
- Confusing with "crook": Learners sometimes confuse "crooked" with "crook," pronouncing it as /krʊk/. "Crooked" has an additional syllable and should be pronounced /ˈkrʊk.ɪd/. Tip: Remember that "crooked" has two syllables, while "crook" has just one.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some say "crooked" with a long "i" sound, like /ˈkrʊː.kɪd/. The correct vowel sound is short, as in /ˈkrʊk.ɪd/. Tip: Practice saying the word with a quick, short "i" to get it right.