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How to pronounce:
crowded
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkraʊdɪd
Examples:
The baris filthy and crowded.
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Common mistakes of crowded pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "crow-ded" instead of "crow-ded." Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, as indicated by the IPA /ˈkraʊ.dɪd/ in US and UK pronunciations.
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in "crowded" can be confused with other sounds. Some might pronounce it as "crow-did." Tip: Focus on the diphthong /aʊ/ in the first syllable, which is crucial for accurate pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers may pronounce the "t" too strongly, sounding like "crow-ted." Tip: Keep the "t" soft and quick, as in /ˈkraʊ.dɪd/, to maintain the natural flow of the word.
- Dropping the second syllable: A common mistake is to say "crowd" instead of "crowded." Tip: Ensure you articulate both syllables clearly, as the full form /ˈkraʊ.dɪd/ is essential for correct pronunciation.
- Incorrect ending sound: Some may pronounce "crowded" with a hard "d" at the end, sounding like "crowded." Tip: The final sound should be a soft /d/, as in /ˈkraʊ.dɪd/, to sound more natural and fluent.