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marauder
Definition:
(nou) someone who attacks in search of booty
Phonetic Transcription:
məˈrɔːdə
Examples:
The man is guilty of being a marauder.
People couldn't remember who was the marauder.
The masked marauder was seen helping the citizens.
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Common mistakes of marauder pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "marauder" as /məˈrɔːdər/. The correct stress is on the second syllable: /məˈrɔːdər/ in US and /məˈrɔːdə/ in UK. Tip: Focus on the stress pattern when practicing.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some people pronounce "marauder" with a short "a" sound, saying "muh-rauder" instead of the correct /məˈrɔːdər/. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the correct vowel sounds.
- Final "r" pronunciation: Learners often neglect the final "r" in "marauder," pronouncing it as /məˈrɔːdə/. In American English, the "r" is pronounced clearly, while in British English, it may be softer. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, emphasizing the final "r."
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may say "marauder" with a short vowel sound, like /mərˈɔːdər/. The correct pronunciation has a long vowel /ɔː/ in both US and UK. Tip: Use a mirror to watch your mouth shape when pronouncing the vowels.
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is omitting the second syllable and saying "marauder" as /ˈmɑːrdr/. This makes the word unrecognizable. Tip: Break the word into syllables: "ma-raud-er," to ensure each part is pronounced.