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more
Definition:
(nou) English statesman who opposed Henry VIII's divorce from Catherine of Aragon and was imprisoned and beheaded; recalled for his concept of Utopia, the ideal state
Phonetic Transcription:
mɔː
Examples:
Bears in most of the rest of the country are much more timid.
I suggest much much more carefulness.
It's the maintenance that is much more toilsome.
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Common mistakes of more pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "more" as /mɔr/ in US English or /mɔː/ in UK English, which can sound too short. Tip: Focus on elongating the "o" sound to /ɔː/ or /ɔr/ depending on your accent.
- Dropping the "r": In some accents, "more" is pronounced as /mɔː/ (UK) or /mɔr/ (US) without the "r" sound. This can lead to confusion with "mow." Tip: Practice the "r" sound by curling your tongue slightly back in your mouth.
- Confusing with "moore": Some may mistakenly pronounce "more" as /mʊər/ or /mɔːr/, which sounds like a name or a different word. Tip: Remember that "more" has a single, smooth vowel sound, not a diphthong.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Learners might place stress incorrectly, saying "MORE" instead of the correct unstressed form. In "more," the stress is on the single syllable. Tip: Emphasize the whole word evenly rather than stressing any part.
- Over-articulating the "m": Some speakers may overly emphasize the "m" sound, making it sound harsh. This can distract from the smooth flow of the word. Tip: Keep the "m" light and blend it naturally into the vowel sound that follows.