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dough
Definition:
(nou) a flour mixture stiff enough to knead or roll (nou) informal terms for money
Examples:
Mash the dough slightly with a wooden pestle, mixing sugar into the dough.
Remove the dough and set aside at room temperature until the dough is malleable.
Add the yeast to the dough and knead.
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Common mistakes of dough pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "dough" as /doʊ/ instead of the correct /dəʊ/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the long "o" sound, ensuring it is pronounced as a single smooth vowel.
- Ignoring the silent "gh": A common mistake is pronouncing the "gh" in "dough" as /g/ or /h/. The correct pronunciation is /doʊ/ in US English and /dəʊ/ in UK English, where "gh" is silent. Tip: Remember that "gh" is not pronounced at all.
- Overemphasizing the "d" sound: Some learners may stress the "d" too much, saying "dough" as /dɔʊ/. The correct pronunciation is /doʊ/ in US and /dəʊ/ in UK. Tip: Keep the "d" soft and clear without overemphasis.
- Confusing "dough" with similar words: It's easy to mix up "dough" with "doe" or "doughnut." Ensure you pronounce "dough" as /doʊ/ (US) or /dəʊ/ (UK) distinctly. Tip: Practice saying each word in isolation to hear the differences.
- Skipping the diphthong: Some may simplify "dough" to a single vowel sound, pronouncing it as /do/. The correct forms are /doʊ/ in US English and /dəʊ/ in UK English. Tip: Pay attention to the glide in the vowel sound to maintain clarity.