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goodbye

Definition:

(nou) a farewell remark

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌɡʊdˈbaɪ

Examples:

Thanks for the experiment and goodbye.

This is goodbye to you and to discussion and the article.

Gabrielle returns to the church to gloat and say goodbye.

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bow

greeting

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Common mistakes of goodbye pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many learners stress the wrong syllable, saying "goodbye" as /ɡʊdˈbaɪ/ instead of the correct /ɡʊdˈbaɪ/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the second syllable.
Overemphasizing the "d": Some pronounce "goodbye" with a heavy "d" sound, making it sound like /ɡʊdˈbaɪ/ instead of /ɡʊdˈbaɪ/. Tip: Keep the "d" soft and quick to maintain the flow of the word.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners may mispronounce the vowel in "good" as /oʊ/ instead of /ʊ/. This leads to saying "goodbye" as /ɡoʊdˈbaɪ/. Tip: Practice the short "u" sound as in "put" for accuracy.
Rushing through the word: Some speakers say "goodbye" too quickly, making it sound like /ɡʊdˈbaɪ/ instead of clearly articulating each part. Tip: Slow down and separate the sounds to enhance clarity.
Ignoring the final "e": A common mistake is to drop the final "e," resulting in a pronunciation that sounds like /ɡʊdˈbaɪ/ instead of the correct /ɡʊdˈbaɪ/. Tip: Always pronounce the final "e" lightly to complete the word properly.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "goodbye"?

The pronunciation of "goodbye" is /ɡʊdˈbaɪ/. The primary stress is on the second syllable, "bye".

What are the differences in pronunciation of "goodbye" in American and British English?

In both American and British English, "goodbye" is pronounced the same way, /ɡʊdˈbaɪ/. There are no significant regional variations in this word.

Is there a schwa sound in "goodbye"?

No, there is no schwa sound in "goodbye". The first syllable "good" is pronounced with a clear vowel sound /ʊ/, while the second syllable "bye" is pronounced with a long /aɪ/ sound.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "goodbye"?

One common mistake is to mispronounce the first syllable, saying "gudbye" instead of "goodbye". It's important to ensure the "oo" sound is pronounced correctly as /ʊ/.