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How to pronounce:
mild
Phonetic Transcription:
maɪld
Examples:
The taste is mild.
The taste was mild.
Autumns are mild, with increasing dampness.
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Common mistakes of mild pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "mild" with a long "i" sound, as in "miled" /maɪld/. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound /mɪld/ in both US and UK pronunciations.
- Ignoring the "l" sound: A common mistake is dropping the "l" sound, leading to "mid" /mɪd/. Tip: Ensure the "l" is pronounced clearly; it is essential for the correct pronunciation of "mild".
- Overemphasizing the "d" sound: Some speakers may pronounce "mild" with a heavy emphasis on the "d," sounding like "mildd" /maɪld/. Tip: Keep the "d" soft and subtle; it should blend smoothly with the preceding sounds.
- Confusing with "mildly": Learners sometimes confuse "mild" with "mildly," mispronouncing it as /ˈmɪldli/. Tip: Remember that "mild" is a standalone word with a simple pronunciation, focusing on /maɪld/ or /mɪld/.
- Mispronouncing the final sound: Some may pronounce "mild" as /mɪlt/, replacing the "d" with a "t" sound. Tip: Pay attention to the ending; the correct sound is /d/, not /t/, for the word "mild".