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cute

Phonetic Transcription:

kjuːt

Examples:

Lumen is bright, loquacious, and loves cute girls.

His brother is as cute as him.

It was a cute bit of political legerdemain.

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Common mistakes of cute pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "cute" with a short "u" sound, resembling "cut" (/kʌt/). In "cute" (/kjuːt/), the vowel sound is a long "u" as in "you". Tip: Focus on stretching the "u" sound to differentiate it.
Ignoring the "c" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "cute" starting with a "k" sound instead of the "ch" sound (/kjuːt/ vs. /kʧuːt/). This can confuse listeners. Tip: Practice saying "chew" to get familiar with the "ch" sound.
Overemphasizing the "t": Some may pronounce "cute" with a strong emphasis on the "t" sound, making it sound harsh. The "t" should be softer, almost blending into the end of the word. Tip: Try saying "cute" quickly to soften the ending.
Incorrect stress placement: Learners sometimes place stress incorrectly, saying "CUTE" instead of "cute". The word is monosyllabic, so the stress is naturally on the only syllable. Tip: Remember that "cute" has just one syllable, making it simple.
Confusing with "cuter": Some pronounce "cuter" as if it were "cute-er," adding an extra syllable. The correct pronunciation is /ˈkjuːtər/ without a distinct break. Tip: Practice linking the sounds smoothly to maintain the flow.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "cute" in American English?

In American English, "cute" is pronounced as /kjuːt/, with the stress on the single syllable. The "u" sounds like the "u" in "you," making it a long vowel sound.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "cute" between American and British English?

No, "cute" is pronounced the same way in both American and British English, /kjuːt/. The stress remains on the first and only syllable in both dialects.

What is the syllable structure of the word "cute"?

The word "cute" has one syllable, making it a monosyllabic word. It consists of the consonant sound /k/, the long vowel sound /juː/, and ends with the consonant sound /t/.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "cute"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing "cute" as /kʊt/, which uses a short vowel sound instead of the correct long vowel sound /juː/. Remember to emphasize the "u" as in "you" for accurate pronunciation.