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How to pronounce:
growl
Definition:
(nou) the sound of growling (as made by animals)
Phonetic Transcription:
ɡraʊl
Examples:
But, the elephant heard the tiger growl.
The man heard the tiger growl.
I growl and prowl through the night.
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Common mistakes of growl pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "growl" with a short "o" sound, like in "cat," instead of the correct diphthong /aʊ/. Tip: Focus on blending the sounds in "g" and "r" with the /aʊ/ sound.
- Overemphasizing the "r": In "growl," the "r" should not be overly stressed. Some may pronounce it as /ɡrɔːl/. Tip: Keep the "r" subtle and let the "ow" sound take prominence.
- Incorrect final sound: A common mistake is to pronounce the final sound too softly, making it sound like "grow." The correct pronunciation is /ɡraʊl/. Tip: Ensure the "l" is pronounced clearly to complete the word.
- Dropping the initial consonant: Some speakers may omit the "g" sound, saying "rowl" instead of "growl." Tip: Always start with the "g" sound to maintain clarity and accuracy in pronunciation.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "growl" with "growl," which is not a standard English word. Tip: Remember that "growl" has a specific meaning related to a low, guttural sound, often made by animals.