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How to pronounce:
found
Definition:
(nou) food and lodging provided in addition to money
Phonetic Transcription:
faʊnd
Examples:
It was found several hours later on the awning of a nearby building.
The cornices replicate the stepped pattern found throughout the building.
Overstatements found in articles do not make the overstatements accurate.
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Common mistakes of found pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "found" with a short vowel sound, like in "cat." The correct pronunciation is /faʊnd/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the diphthong "ou" to produce the correct sound.
- Ignoring the final "d": A common mistake is to drop the "d" at the end of "found," making it sound like "foun." The correct pronunciation includes the final consonant, /faʊnd/. Tip: Practice saying "found" slowly to emphasize the ending.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may stress the second syllable or misplace the stress entirely. "Found" has only one syllable with primary stress, /faʊnd/. Tip: Remember, single-syllable words typically have their stress on that syllable.
- Confusing with "fond": Learners sometimes confuse "found" with "fond," which has a different vowel sound /fɒnd/ in UK English. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds; "found" uses the diphthong, while "fond" has a short "o."
- Overemphasizing the "f": Some speakers may overly stress the "f" sound, making it sound harsh. The correct pronunciation is smoother, /faʊnd/. Tip: Relax your lips when pronouncing the "f" to achieve a more natural sound.