Learn How to Pronounce duty
Not sure how to say a word? Try the Promova pronunciation tool for free and learn how to pronounce anything in English correctly. Discover over 100,000 words and easily learn English pronunciation online!
Find your word:
Find how to pronounce a word and practice it in our free word pronouncer for English learners!
How to pronounce:
duty
Definition:
(nou) the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force- John (nou) work that you are obliged to perform for moral or legal reasons (nou) a government tax on imports or exports
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdjuːti
Examples:
Rather, it was the fulfillment of a duty and the assumption of responsibility.
This was the duty and profession of the Nairs.
He is paralyzed in the line of duty.
Learn more about:duty
Related Words:
How to perfect your pronunciation of: duty
Learn Individual Sounds
Break duty down into individual sounds such as ˈdjuːti. Practice these parts before you learn to say the whole word.
Copy Others
Use the tools above to find out how different people say duty in their accents, then try to repeat after them.
Pick an Accent
Avoid mixing word pronunciations. If you’re learning American English, stick to it and try not to confuse yourself with British pronunciation.
Record Yourself
Say duty in the pronunciation tool as many times as it takes before you get it right. Record yourself saying different sentences with duty.
Get a Native Tutor
Improve your pronunciation with native speakers! Practice with American, British, and Australian teachers on Promova.
Common mistakes of duty pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "du-ty" [ˈdjuːti]. In both US and UK English, the primary stress is on the first syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "du" in "duty" [ˈdjuːti] for clarity.
- Confusing vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the vowel in the first syllable, saying "dooty" instead of "duty." The correct pronunciation is [ˈdjuːti] in UK and [ˈduːti] in US English. Tip: Focus on the "u" sound as in "you" for UK or "oo" as in "food" for US.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers pronounce "duty" with an exaggerated "t" sound, making it sound harsh. The correct pronunciation has a softer "t" sound, [ˈdjuːti] or [ˈduːti]. Tip: Keep the "t" light and fluid to sound more natural.
- Dropping the "y" sound: Learners sometimes omit the "y" sound at the end, saying "du" instead of "duty." The ending "y" is crucial for proper pronunciation. Tip: Practice saying "duty" clearly, ensuring you articulate the final "y" sound.
- Mixing up with "doodie": Some may confuse "duty" with "doodie," which alters the meaning significantly. "Doodie" is informal and childish. The correct pronunciation for "duty" is [ˈdjuːti] or [ˈduːti]. Tip: Keep the context in mind to avoid this mix-up.