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grey
Definition:
(nou) United States writer of western adventure novels (1875-1939) (nou) Queen of England for nine days in 1553; she was quickly replaced by Mary Tudor and beheaded for treason (1537-1554) (nou) Englishman who as Prime Minister implemented social reforms including the abolition of slavery throughout the British Empire (1764-1845) (nou) any organization or party whose uniforms or badges are grey (nou) a neutral achromatic color midway between white and black (nou) clothing that is a grey color (nou) horse of a light gray or whitish color
Phonetic Transcription:
ɡreɪ
Examples:
The beak is black and the legs are grey.
The tack is simpler, and the girth is grey blue.
The body is black and the secondaries are silvery grey.
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Common mistakes of grey pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some people pronounce "grey" as /greɪ/ instead of /ɡreɪ/ in US English. This can lead to confusion with other words. Tip: Focus on the initial /ɡ/ sound to ensure clarity.
- Ignoring the diphthong: Many learners pronounce "grey" with a single vowel sound, like /ɡeɪ/. This is incorrect; the correct pronunciation includes a diphthong. Tip: Practice saying "grey" slowly to emphasize the glide from /e/ to /ɪ/.
- Confusing "grey" with "gray": In US English, "grey" and "gray" are pronounced the same, /ɡreɪ/. However, some might mistakenly differentiate them. Tip: Remember that both forms are interchangeable in pronunciation, so focus on the context instead.
- Overemphasizing the "r" sound: Some speakers might pronounce "grey" as /ɡreɪr/, adding an extra "r" sound. This is not standard. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and blend it smoothly into the vowel sound.
- Mispronouncing in fast speech: In casual conversation, "grey" might be slurred to sound like /ɡe/. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Practice saying "grey" clearly, even in quick speech, to maintain its distinct sound.