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dude
Definition:
(nou) an informal form of address for a man (nou) a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance
Examples:
Is Caretaker supposed to be the dude in the background
When dude was talking the demigod of the sun, I was confused.
Marco was the dude who dropped the backpack, which made the gun discharge.
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Common mistakes of dude pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "dude" with a short "u" sound, as in "cut" /kʌt/. This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is with a long "u" sound /dud/. Tip: Focus on elongating the "u" to avoid confusion.
- Misplaced stress: A common mistake is to stress the second syllable, saying "dude" as /dʊd/. In English, "dude" has only one syllable. Tip: Remember that "dude" is pronounced as /dud/, with no extra syllables.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Some may pronounce "dude" with an exaggerated "d" sound, making it sound harsh. The correct pronunciation is softer, /dud/. Tip: Relax your tongue and lips when saying "dude" to achieve a smoother sound.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "dude" with "dood" or "dood" /duːd/. While they might sound similar, "dude" is distinct. Tip: Pay attention to the context in which "dude" is used to help differentiate it from similar-sounding words.
- Dropping the "d": Some speakers might drop the initial "d" sound, pronouncing it as "ude" /uːd/. This alters the word completely. Tip: Practice saying "dude" slowly, ensuring you pronounce the initial "d" clearly.