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food
Definition:
(nou) any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue (nou) any solid substance (as opposed to liquid) that is used as a source of nourishment (nou) anything that provides mental stimulus for thinking
Phonetic Transcription:
fuːd
Examples:
The quality and supply of food dwindles.
The food was bounty enough to feed the needy.
The journey was arduous and food was in very short supply.
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Common mistakes of food pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "food" with a short vowel sound, like "fud." This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /fuːd/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on elongating the "oo" sound.
- Incorrect stress placement: A common mistake is stressing the wrong syllable, saying "FOOd" with emphasis on the first part. "Food" has only one syllable, so the stress is on the entire word. Tip: Remember, "food" is a single, stressed syllable.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often mix up "food" with "foot," pronouncing it as /fʊt/. While "foot" has a shorter vowel sound, "food" uses the long vowel /uː/. Tip: Practice distinguishing the vowel sounds by saying them in isolation.
- Adding an extra vowel sound: Some may say "food" with an extra sound, like "fu-id." This is incorrect, as "food" is a single syllable. The correct pronunciation is /fuːd/. Tip: Keep your mouth steady and avoid adding additional sounds.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Learners sometimes over-pronounce the "d" at the end, making it sound harsh. The "d" should be clear but not overly pronounced. Tip: Practice saying "food" softly, ensuring the "d" blends smoothly with the vowel sound.