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orchard
Definition:
(nou) garden consisting of a small cultivated wood without undergrowth
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɔːtʃəd
Examples:
He was the owner of the orchard.
The orchard is open to the public.
The owner of the orchard complained to Muhammad.
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Common mistakes of orchard pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as ˈɔːr.tʃərd instead of the correct ˈɔːr.tʃəd. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "or" as /ɔː/ instead of /ɔ/. This can lead to confusion in understanding. Tip: Focus on producing the correct vowel sound to match the IPA /ɔː/.
- Overemphasizing the "ch": Some may pronounce the "ch" too harshly, sounding like "ch" in "cheese." The correct sound is softer, as in /tʃ/. Tip: Practice saying "orchard" slowly to refine the "ch" sound.
- Dropping the final "d": It's common to hear "orchard" pronounced without the final /d/, leading to "orchar." This can alter the word's clarity. Tip: Always ensure to pronounce the final sound clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "orchard" with "order" or "orchid," leading to mispronunciation. The IPA for "orchard" is /ˈɔːr.tʃəd/. Tip: Pay attention to the distinct sounds and syllable structure of each word to avoid mix-ups.