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noble
Definition:
(nou) a titled peer of the realm
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈnəʊbəl
Examples:
The noble is mentioned as the priest.
This is the pleasure of the noble life.
She was chaste and noble and good.
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Common mistakes of noble pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "noble" as /ˈnoʊbəl/, neglecting the schwa sound in the second syllable. Tip: Remember to include the schwa /ə/ to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "b": A common mistake is stressing the "b" in "noble," leading to a pronunciation like /ˈnoʊbl/. Tip: Keep the "b" soft and brief to sound more natural.
- Ignoring syllable separation: Many pronounce "noble" as a single syllable /noʊb/, which can lead to confusion. Tip: Break it into two syllables: "no" and "ble" /ˈnoʊbəl/ to clarify the pronunciation.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "noble" with "nobble," mispronouncing it as /ˈnɑbəl/. Tip: Focus on the initial sound /nəʊ/ and the correct vowel sounds to distinguish between the two.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some pronounce "noble" with the stress on the second syllable, as in /nəʊˈbəl/. Tip: Always stress the first syllable /ˈnoʊbəl/ to ensure proper pronunciation.