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How to pronounce:
do
Definition:
(nou) an uproarious party (nou) the syllable naming the first (tonic) note of any major scale in solmization (nou) doctor's degree in osteopathy
Phonetic Transcription:
duː
Examples:
Where do tanners work
His actions were aberrant and do not define the group.
He did not do the work of a biologist.
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Common mistakes of do pronunciation
- Vowel sound confusion: Some learners pronounce "do" with a long "oo" sound, like in "food" /fuːd/. The correct pronunciation is /duː/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on producing a short, clipped vowel sound.
- Incorrect stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable when saying "do". However, "do" is a single-syllable word with no secondary stress. Tip: Practice saying "do" clearly as one syllable.
- Adding extra sounds: Some speakers add an "r" sound, saying "dore" instead of "do". This can happen due to regional accents. The correct pronunciation is /duː/. Tip: Pay attention to how "do" is pronounced in various contexts to avoid adding unnecessary sounds.
- Mispronouncing in questions: In questions like "Do you want to go?", some might say "duh" instead of "do". The correct sound is /duː/. Tip: Practice saying the word in different sentences to ensure clarity in questions.
- Overemphasizing: Learners sometimes overemphasize "do", making it sound unnatural. The word should be pronounced smoothly and naturally as /duː/. Tip: Listen to native speakers and mimic their natural rhythm and intonation.