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How to pronounce:
pick
Definition:
(nou) the person or thing chosen or selected (nou) the quantity of a crop that is harvested (nou) the best people or things in a group (nou) the yarn woven across the warp yarn in weaving (nou) a small thin device (of metal or plastic or ivory) used to pluck a stringed instrument (nou) a thin sharp implement used for removing unwanted material (nou) a heavy iron tool with a wooden handle and a curved head that is pointed on both ends (nou) a basketball maneuver; obstructing an opponent with one's body (nou) the act of choosing or selecting
Phonetic Transcription:
pɪk
Examples:
The algorithm specifies to pick arbitrarily.
The girls in the group pick on me.
Then pick subcontractors to build the components.
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Common mistakes of pick pronunciation
- Vowel confusion: Some learners mispronounce "pick" by using a long vowel sound, saying /piːk/ instead of the correct short vowel /ɪ/. Tip: Focus on keeping the vowel sound short and sharp.
- Final consonant omission: A common mistake is dropping the final "k" sound, resulting in "pi" or /pɪ/. This alters the meaning and clarity. Tip: Practice ending the word with a clear /k/ sound.
- Stress placement: Some may incorrectly emphasize the second syllable, saying /ˈpɪk/, which can confuse listeners. Tip: Remember that "pick" is a single syllable word with stress on the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners sometimes confuse "pick" with "peak," pronouncing it as /peɪk/. This changes the word entirely. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sound; "pick" uses a short /ɪ/.
- Overemphasizing the "p": Some speakers may overly aspirate the "p," making it sound like /pʰɪk/. While aspirated "p" is correct, too much emphasis can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "p" crisp but not overly forceful.