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How to pronounce:
demure
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈmjʊə
Examples:
The pilgrims remembered her quietness, demure and gentle behaviour.
He begins to hate his wife, who is demure and quiet.
The lady is playfully hesitant and artfully demure.
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Common mistakes of demure pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many learners mispronounce "demure" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying /dɪˈmjʊr/ instead of the correct /dɪˈmjʊə/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the "ʊə" sound for proper pronunciation.
- Stress misplacement: Some people place stress on the first syllable, saying "DE-mure" instead of the correct stress on the second syllable, "dem-URE" /dɪˈmjʊə/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the second syllable to sound natural.
- Overemphasis on "m": Learners may overly stress the "m" in "demure," making it sound unnatural, like "de-MURE." The correct pronunciation should flow smoothly as /dɪˈmjʊə/. Tip: Keep the "m" soft and connected to the following vowel.
- Omitting the final sound: Some speakers drop the "e" sound at the end, pronouncing it as "demur" /dɪˈmɜr/. This is incorrect as "demure" has a distinct ending. Tip: Always pronounce the final "e" softly to maintain the integrity of the word.
- Confusing with similar words: "Demure" is often confused with "demur," leading to incorrect pronunciation. "Demure" is pronounced /dɪˈmjʊə/ while "demur" is /dɪˈmɜr/. Tip: Pay attention to the context and practice each word separately to avoid mix-ups.