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dress
Definition:
(nou) a one-piece garment for a woman; has skirt and bodice (nou) clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion (nou) clothing in general
Phonetic Transcription:
dres
Examples:
The girls dress in scant clothing.
The normal dress of the dancers is as formal as the dance.
The style of the dress is always the same.
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Common mistakes of dress pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "dress" as /drɛs/ instead of /drɛs/. This can happen if they confuse it with "drass." Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound, similar to "met."
- Overemphasizing the final sound: People often stress the "s" in "dress," making it sound like /drɛs/ instead of /drɛs/. This can lead to a harsh ending. Tip: Keep the "s" soft and quick, blending it smoothly with the preceding vowel.
- Confusing with similar words: It's common to mix up "dress" with "dressed" or "dressy." Some may pronounce "dress" as /drɛst/ mistakenly. Tip: Remember that "dress" has no extra syllables; focus on the single, clear sound.
- Incorrect syllable stress: Some learners might incorrectly stress "dress," saying /ˈdrɛs/ instead of /drɛs/. This can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the stress on the first part of the word, but ensure it remains a single syllable.
- Neglecting regional accents: In certain accents, "dress" can be pronounced differently, such as /dres/ in some dialects. This may confuse learners. Tip: Listen to native speakers from different regions to understand these variations better.