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How to pronounce:
poop
Definition:
(nou) obscene terms for feces (nou) a stupid foolish person (nou) slang terms for inside information (nou) the rear part of a ship
Phonetic Transcription:
puːp
Examples:
They had a forecastle and poop.
The captain realized that something was on the poop.
Since the air is touching the poop it makes it stink.
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Common mistakes of poop pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable instead of the first. In "poop" /puːp/, the stress is on the single syllable. Tip: Always emphasize the initial sound.
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in "poop" /puːp/ can be confused with other similar sounds. Ensure you pronounce the "oo" as a long vowel /uː/. Tip: Practice saying "food" /fuːd/ to help with the vowel sound.
- Overemphasis on "p": Some may pronounce "poop" with an exaggerated "p" sound, making it sound like /pʊp/. The correct pronunciation is /puːp/. Tip: Keep the "p" soft and focus on the vowel.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners might shorten the vowel sound, pronouncing it as /pʊp/. The correct pronunciation has a long vowel /puːp/. Tip: Stretch the "oo" sound as you say the word to ensure it's long.
- Mispronouncing the final sound: Some may say "poop" with a softer ending, leading to /puː/. The correct pronunciation includes a clear "p" sound at the end, /puːp/. Tip: Practice ending the word with a firm "p" to avoid this mistake.