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hallowed
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈhæləʊd
Examples:
A grand shrine was built on the hallowed place.
Both arm are raised and the back is hallowed out.
This has now entered the hallowed halls of apocrypha.
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Common mistakes of hallowed pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "hal-LOH-ed" instead of the correct "HAL-ohd" (ˈhæloʊd in US, ˈhæləʊd in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Ignoring the vowel sound: Some pronounce "hallowed" as "hal-ed" or "hal-id," neglecting the "o" sound. The correct pronunciation is "HAL-ohd" (ˈhæloʊd in US, ˈhæləʊd in UK). Tip: Focus on clearly articulating the "o" sound in the middle.
- Overemphasizing the "h": A common mistake is over-pronouncing the "h," leading to "h-hallowed." The correct pronunciation is simply "hallowed" (ˈhæloʊd in US, ˈhæləʊd in UK). Tip: Keep the "h" soft and natural to avoid sounding forced.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some learners pronounce the ending as "d" instead of a soft "d" sound. The correct form is "hallowed" (ˈhæloʊd in US, ˈhæləʊd in UK), where the "d" is subtle. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to master the ending.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "hallowed" with "hallow" or "hallow'd," leading to incorrect pronunciation. "Hallowed" has a specific pronunciation (ˈhæloʊd in US, ˈhæləʊd in UK). Tip: Familiarize yourself with the context to distinguish between these words.