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maneuver
Definition:
(nou) a military training exercise (nou) a plan for attaining a particular goal (nou) a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill (nou) a move made to gain a tactical end (nou) an action aimed at evading an opponent
Phonetic Transcription:
məˈnuːvə
Examples:
During the maneuver the probe was lost.
During the maneuver, the probe was lost.
Pull the joystick to maneuver the shuttle.
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Common mistakes of maneuver pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many learners mispronounce "maneuver" by using the wrong vowel sounds, often saying /məˈnuːvər/ instead of the correct US pronunciation /məˈnuːvɚ/ or UK pronunciation /məˈnjuːvə/. Tip: Focus on the "eu" sound, which should be pronounced like "yoo."
- Stress placement errors: Some people place stress incorrectly on the first syllable, saying "MA-neuver" instead of the correct "ma-NEU-ver." Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the second syllable in "maneuver."
- Omitting the "u" sound: It's common to drop the "u" sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "manevr." This is incorrect. Tip: Practice saying the full word slowly, ensuring you include the "u" sound clearly.
- Overemphasizing consonants: Learners sometimes overemphasize the "v" sound, making it sound harsh, like "maneuVER." The correct pronunciation is softer. Tip: Try to keep the consonant sounds smooth and connected to maintain the word's flow.
- Confusing "maneuver" with similar words: Some confuse "maneuver" with words like "manoeuvre" or "manoeuvring," leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the context of "maneuver" to avoid mixing it up with similar terms.