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crowd

Definition:

(nou) a large number of things or people considered together (nou) an informal body of friends

Phonetic Transcription:

kraʊd

Examples:

The crowd around the destruction breaks into mass hysteria.

The band motivates the crowd straight away.

The crowd gave the group a standing ovation.

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mass

group

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Common mistakes of crowd pronunciation

Misplacing vowel sounds: Some learners pronounce "crowd" with a long "o" sound, like "crowd" [kroʊd] in US English. This can lead to confusion with words like "cloud." Tip: Focus on the short diphthong [aʊ] to achieve the correct sound.
Ignoring the "r" sound: A common mistake is to omit the "r" in "crowd," leading to a pronunciation like "coud." This can change the word entirely. Tip: Practice saying the "r" clearly to ensure it is pronounced correctly as [kraʊd].
Stressing the wrong syllable: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "crowd" as "crow-D." This can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Remember that "crowd" is a one-syllable word, so the stress is on the single syllable [kraʊd].
Overemphasizing the "d": Learners sometimes pronounce "crowd" with an exaggerated "d" sound, making it sound like "crowdd." This can be distracting. Tip: Keep the "d" soft and natural, as in [kraʊd], to maintain fluidity in speech.
Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "crowd" with "cloud" or "proud," leading to miscommunication. Each word has distinct sounds. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds; "crowd" uses the diphthong [aʊ], while "cloud" and "proud" have different pronunciations.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "crowd"?

The word "crowd" is pronounced as /kraʊd/ in both American and British English. The vowel sound is a diphthong, which means it combines two vowel sounds in one syllable, starting with "a" as in "cat" and gliding to "u" as in "put".

What is the stress pattern for "crowd"?

In "crowd," the stress is on the only syllable, making it a monosyllabic word. This means you say "crowd" with emphasis on that single syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "crowd"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing the vowel sound, often saying it too flat or as a single vowel. Remember to use the diphthong /aʊ/ to pronounce it correctly.

Does "crowd" have any regional variations in pronunciation?

Generally, "crowd" is pronounced the same in US and UK English, but some regional accents may slightly alter the vowel sound. However, the primary pronunciation remains /kraʊd/.