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murder

Definition:

(nou) unlawful premeditated killing of a human being by a human being

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈmɜːdə

Examples:

The murder victim is the wife of a young billionaire.

Felony murder is typically the same grade of murder as premeditated murder.

Most of the article is about the murderer, the murder, and the trial.

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Common mistakes of murder pronunciation

Silent "r" confusion: Some learners may pronounce "murder" as /ˈmɜːrdər/ in US English but forget the "r" sound in UK English, which is /ˈmɜːdə/. Tip: Practice emphasizing the "r" in US pronunciation to avoid this mistake.
Incorrect vowel sound: A common error is to pronounce the "u" in "murder" as /ʌ/ instead of /ɜː/. This leads to mispronouncing it as "munder." Tip: Focus on the vowel sound /ɜː/ as in "her" to improve accuracy.
Stress placement: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "mur-DER" instead of the correct first syllable stress "MUR-der." Tip: Always stress the first syllable /ˈmɜːrdər/ to pronounce "murder" correctly.
Overemphasis on "d": Learners might place too much emphasis on the "d" sound, making it sound like "mur-der" instead of the smoother /ˈmɜːrdər/. Tip: Keep the "d" soft and blend it into the vowel sound for a more natural pronunciation.
Mispronouncing "er": Some may pronounce the "er" in "murder" as /ɛr/, leading to "mur-der." The correct sound is /ər/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Practice saying "murder" with the correct /ər/ sound to enhance clarity.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "murder" in American English?

In American English, "murder" is pronounced as /ˈmɜrdər/. The first syllable has primary stress, sounding like "mer," and the second syllable is a schwa, sounding like "der."

What is the British pronunciation of "murder"?

In British English, "murder" is pronounced as /ˈmɜːdə/. The first syllable still carries primary stress, but the second syllable has a clearer vowel sound than in the American version.

How many syllables are in the word "murder"?

The word "murder" has two syllables: "mur" and "der." The first syllable is stressed, making it stand out when you say the word.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "murder"?

A common mistake is pronouncing the second syllable too strongly, which can lead to confusion with similar words. Remember to keep the second syllable softer, almost like "der."