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knave
Definition:
(nou) a deceitful and unreliable scoundrel (nou) one of four face cards in a deck bearing a picture of a young prince
Phonetic Transcription:
neɪv
Examples:
It is alleged to be written by the knave, but is not addressed to anybody.
You are an abject, ignoble, mendacious knave
Instead, the player is only allowed to capture the knave.
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Common mistakes of knave pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "knave" as /neɪv/ instead of the correct /neɪv/ in both US and UK. Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound, as in "day."
- Ignoring the silent "k": Many pronounce "knave" with an audible "k" sound, saying /kneɪv/. This is incorrect. Tip: Remember that the "k" is silent; start with the "n" sound.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying /ˈkneɪv/. The correct stress is on the first syllable. Tip: Always emphasize the first part: "knave."
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "knave" with "cave" or "brave," mispronouncing it as /keɪv/ or /breɪv/. Tip: Practice saying "knave" clearly, focusing on the "n" and "v" sounds.
- Overemphasizing the "v": Some speakers pronounce "knave" with an exaggerated "v" sound, making it sound like /neɪf/. This is incorrect. Tip: Keep the "v" soft and subtle, blending it smoothly with the preceding vowel.