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parade
Definition:
(nou) a ceremonial procession including people marching (nou) an extended (often showy) succession of persons or things (nou) a visible display
Phonetic Transcription:
pəˈreɪd
Examples:
The centrepiece of the festival is a parade on the Sunday.
The parade ends at the site of the festival.
The most anticipated showing of the festival is the annual parade.
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Common mistakes of parade pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "pa-ˈrade". In both US and UK pronunciations, the stress is on the second syllable, "pə-ˈreɪd". Tip: Emphasize "reɪd" to pronounce it correctly.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "a" as "æ" instead of the correct "ə" in "parade". This leads to saying "pæˈreɪd". Tip: Focus on the schwa sound "ə" in the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers might overly stress the "r" in "parade", resulting in "pəˈreɪrd". This is incorrect in both US and UK pronunciations. Tip: Keep the "r" softer and more fluid for clarity.
- Omitting the final "d": A frequent error is dropping the "d" sound, leading to "pa-ˈreɪ". The correct pronunciation includes the "d", pronounced as "pə-ˈreɪd". Tip: Ensure you articulate the "d" at the end clearly.
- Confusing "parade" with similar words: Learners may confuse "parade" with "paradise" or "parade" with "trade". This can lead to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Practice saying "parade" in sentences to distinguish it from similar-sounding words.