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legend

Definition:

(nou) a story about mythical or supernatural beings or events (nou) brief description accompanying an illustration

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈledʒənd

Examples:

The story is based on the legend of the Ninth Legion.

The legend about the Hedal Church is embedded in the story.

The story is very loosely based around the legend.

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Common mistakes of legend pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many learners place the stress on the second syllable, saying "le-GEND" instead of the correct "LEG-end". Tip: Remember the primary stress is on the first syllable, as shown in IPA: /ˈlɛdʒ.ənd/ (US) and /ˈlɛdʒ.ənd/ (UK).
Incorrect vowel sound: Some may mispronounce the first vowel as "ee" instead of the correct "e". Saying "lee-gend" can confuse listeners. Tip: Practice the short "e" sound, as in "bed", to get it right.
Adding an extra vowel: A common mistake is adding an unnecessary vowel sound, pronouncing it as "leg-end" instead of "legend". Tip: Focus on blending the "g" and "e" smoothly to avoid inserting an extra vowel.
Overemphasizing the "g": Some learners pronounce "legend" with a heavy "g" sound, making it sound like "leg-end". Tip: Keep the "g" soft and quick, as in the IPA /ˈlɛdʒ.ənd/, to maintain the natural flow.
Ignoring the schwa: Some people neglect the schwa sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it too clearly. Saying "leg-end" instead of "legend" can sound unnatural. Tip: Practice the unstressed "ə" sound to ensure a smooth pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "legend" in American English?

In American English, "legend" is pronounced as /ˈlɛdʒ.ənd/. The stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "ledg," followed by a schwa sound in the second syllable.

What is the British pronunciation of "legend"?

In British English, "legend" is pronounced similarly as /ˈlɛdʒ.ənd/, with the same stress on the first syllable. The pronunciation remains consistent across both American and British varieties.

How many syllables are in the word "legend"?

The word "legend" has two syllables: "leg" and "end." The first syllable is stressed, making it sound more prominent in speech.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "legend"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, saying "LEG-end" instead of "LEG-end." Remember to keep the stress on the first syllable to pronounce "legend" correctly.