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How to pronounce:
feud
Definition:
(nou) a bitter quarrel between two parties
Phonetic Transcription:
fjuːd
Examples:
The people are having a feud.
A feud erupted between the Beales and the Wickses.
The Undertaker won the match to end the feud.
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Common mistakes of feud pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "feud" as /fjʊd/. The correct pronunciation is /fjuːd/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Remember, the stress is always on the first syllable.
- Confusing vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the vowel sound, saying "feud" with a short "u" sound, like "fed." The correct vowel sound is a long "u," as in /fjuːd/. Tip: Practice elongating the "u" sound to differentiate it from shorter vowels.
- Omitting the "f" sound: Some may start "feud" with a vowel sound, pronouncing it as "eud." The correct pronunciation begins with the "f" sound /f/, as in /fjuːd/. Tip: Emphasize the "f" at the beginning to avoid this mistake.
- Mispronouncing the "d": Learners might soften the "d" in "feud," saying it more like a "t," resulting in "feut." The correct ending sound is a clear "d," pronounced /d/. Tip: Focus on the tongue's position to ensure the "d" is pronounced distinctly.
- Incorrectly blending sounds: Some might blend the sounds too closely, resulting in a slurred pronunciation. The correct articulation is /fjuːd/, with clear separation between the "f" and the "u." Tip: Practice saying "feud" slowly to master the individual sounds.