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How to pronounce:
ok
Definition:
(nou) a state in south central United States (nou) an endorsement
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌəʊˈkeɪ
Examples:
She felt ok.
The article is ok but the picture is not John Brim.
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Common mistakes of ok pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable in "ok" as "o-ˈkeɪ". This is incorrect. Tip: Remember that "ok" is a single syllable, pronounced as /oʊˈkeɪ/ in US and /əʊˈkeɪ/ in UK.
- Overemphasizing the vowel: Many pronounce "ok" with an exaggerated vowel sound, making it sound like "oʊˈkay". Tip: Keep the vowel sound short and smooth; aim for /oʊ/ in US or /əʊ/ in UK.
- Adding extra syllables: Some speakers mistakenly say "o-kay" as if it has two syllables. Tip: Focus on saying "ok" as one continuous sound, either /oʊˈkeɪ/ in US or /əʊˈkeɪ/ in UK.
- Confusing with "okay": Learners sometimes mix "ok" with "okay", thinking they are pronounced differently. Tip: Both "ok" and "okay" share the same pronunciation: /oʊˈkeɪ/ in US and /əʊˈkeɪ/ in UK.
- Incorrect ending sound: Some pronounce "ok" with a hard "k" sound, making it sound like "o-k". Tip: The correct pronunciation ends with a softer sound, ensuring it flows as /oʊˈkeɪ/ in US or /əʊˈkeɪ/ in UK.