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How to pronounce:
pail
Definition:
(nou) a roughly cylindrical vessel that is open at the top (nou) the quantity contained in a pail
Phonetic Transcription:
peɪl
Examples:
Dump the liquid into a pail of sawdust.
The pail needs to be insulated from earth.
Dump the liquid into a pail of sawdust or grass clippings.
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Common mistakes of pail pronunciation
- Misplacing vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "pail" with a short "a" sound, like "pal" /pæl/. This alters the meaning. Tip: Remember that "pail" has a long "a" sound /peɪl/ in both US and UK pronunciations.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may stress the second syllable, saying "pail" as if it has two syllables. This is incorrect. Tip: "Pail" is a single-syllable word, so focus on the primary stress at the beginning: /peɪl/.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "pail" with "pale" /peɪl/ or "pale" /peɪl/. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Pay attention to context; both words sound the same but have different meanings.
- Overemphasizing the "l": Some speakers may over-articulate the "l" sound in "pail," making it sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "l" soft and subtle, blending it smoothly with the vowel sound: /peɪl/.
- Skipping the vowel sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "pail" without the vowel, sounding like "pl." This leads to confusion. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the full vowel sound /peɪl/ to maintain clarity and correctness.