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How to pronounce:
needed
Definition:
(nou) a condition requiring relief (nou) anything that is necessary but lacking (nou) the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior (nou) a state of extreme poverty or destitution
Phonetic Transcription:
niːd
Examples:
The only design requirement was the new library needed to be fireproof.
They needed embracement.
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Common mistakes of needed pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some may stress the second syllable, saying "ni-ˈded" instead of the correct "ˈniː.dɪd". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Shortening the vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "needed" with a short "i" as in "bit", saying "ˈnɪd.ɪd". Tip: Use a long "ee" sound, as in "see", to pronounce "needed" correctly.
- Overemphasizing the "d" sound: Some learners may overly stress the "d" in "needed", making it sound like "need-ed". Tip: Keep the "d" soft, blending it smoothly into the following syllable.
- Dropping the final "d": A frequent error is omitting the final "d" sound, resulting in "nee.əd". Tip: Ensure you articulate the final "d" clearly to maintain the integrity of the word "needed".
- Confusing with "need": Sometimes, learners pronounce "needed" as "need" without the past tense ending. Tip: Remember that "needed" indicates the past tense, so include the "ɪd" ending to differentiate it from "need".