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drum
Definition:
(nou) a musical percussion instrument; usually consists of a hollow cylinder with a membrane stretched across each end (nou) the sound of a drum (nou) a bulging cylindrical shape; hollow with flat ends (nou) a cylindrical metal container used for shipping or storage of liquids (nou) a hollow cast-iron cylinder attached to the wheel that forms part of the brakes (nou) small to medium-sized bottom-dwelling food and game fishes of shallow coastal and fresh waters that make a drumming noise
Phonetic Transcription:
drʌm
Examples:
The main musical instruments are the drum and the shehnai.
The drummer usually follows the rhythm of the guitar on the kick drum.
The snare drum section tends to be inaudible when the guitars come in.
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Common mistakes of drum pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners may pronounce "drum" with a long vowel sound, as in "dree-um". This is incorrect; the correct pronunciation is /drʌm/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on keeping the "u" short and open.
- Overemphasizing the "r": A common mistake is to overly stress the "r" in "drum", leading to a pronunciation like "drrum". The correct pronunciation is /drʌm/, with a softer "r". Tip: Relax your tongue when saying "drum".
- Ignoring the final consonant: Some may drop the "m" sound, pronouncing it like "druh". This omits the final consonant, which is crucial for clarity. The correct form is /drʌm/. Tip: Ensure to articulate the "m" clearly at the end.
- Confusing "drum" with similar words: Learners might confuse "drum" with "drom" or "dream", leading to mispronunciation. "Drum" is pronounced /drʌm/, while "dream" is /driːm/. Tip: Practice distinguishing the vowel sounds to avoid mix-ups.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some might place stress incorrectly, saying "drum" as if it were two syllables, like "dru-m". The correct pronunciation is a single syllable, /drʌm/. Tip: Remember that "drum" is monosyllabic; keep it concise.