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How to pronounce:
lewd
Phonetic Transcription:
ljuːd
Examples:
They said the Hula dancers were obscene and lewd.
Fredericksburg forbids lewd behavior.
It's lewd, lascivious, salacious, outrageous
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Common mistakes of lewd pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "lewd" with a short "e" sound, like in "bed" [bɛd]. This is incorrect; the correct vowel sound is a long "u" [luːd] in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on producing the long "u" sound.
- Incorrect stress placement: A common mistake is to stress the second syllable, as in "lewd" [ˈluːd]. However, "lewd" is a one-syllable word, so there is no secondary stress. Tip: Remember that "lewd" has only one syllable.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "lewd" with "loud" [laʊd] or "lood" [luːd]. These words have different meanings and pronunciations. Tip: Pay attention to the initial consonant sounds; "lewd" starts with an "l".
- Overemphasizing the "d" sound: Learners sometimes pronounce "lewd" with an exaggerated "d" at the end, making it sound like "lewd" [luːdʲ]. This is incorrect; the "d" should be soft and not overly pronounced. Tip: Keep the ending "d" subtle and smooth.
- Ignoring the context: Some may mispronounce "lewd" in formal settings, thinking it should sound more sophisticated. However, the standard pronunciation remains [luːd] in all contexts. Tip: Stick to the standard pronunciation regardless of the setting.