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frog
Definition:
(nou) any of various tailless stout-bodied amphibians with long hind limbs for leaping; semiaquatic and terrestrial species (nou) a person of French descent (nou) a decorative loop of braid or cord
Phonetic Transcription:
frɒɡ
Examples:
The common frog is plentiful, and is the only type of frog found.
The project was to bisect the frog.
The biomes of the frog are terrestrial and freshwater.
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Common mistakes of frog pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "frog" with a long "o" sound, like "frogg". This is incorrect. In both US /frɔg/ and UK /frɒg/, the vowel sound is short. Tip: Focus on a quick, sharp "o" sound.
- Overemphasizing the "r": A common mistake is to overly stress the "r" in "frog", making it sound like "frrog". This can lead to mispronunciation. The correct pronunciation has a softer "r" sound. Tip: Keep the "r" light and blend it smoothly with the vowel.
- Dropping the final "g": Some speakers say "fro" instead of "frog", omitting the final "g" sound entirely. This changes the word's meaning. Both US /frɔg/ and UK /frɒg/ include a clear "g" at the end. Tip: Make sure to finish with a strong "g" sound.
- Confusing "frog" with "fog": Learners might mix up "frog" with "fog", pronouncing them similarly. "Fog" lacks the "r" sound, pronounced as /fɔg/ in US and /fɒg/ in UK. Tip: Listen for the "r" in "frog" to distinguish between the two words.
- Incorrect syllable stress: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "froG". However, "frog" is a single-syllable word. Both US and UK pronunciations are /frɔg/ and /frɒg/. Tip: Remember that "frog" has only one syllable, keeping the stress on the first sound.