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porpoise

Definition:

(nou) any of several small gregarious cetacean mammals having a blunt snout and many teeth

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈpɔːpəs

Examples:

In the past lamprey teeth marks have been identified on whale and porpoise bodies.

Feds delayed porpoise closure in Gulf of Maine.

I love to dive around in it like a porpoise.

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whale

dolphin

otter

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Common mistakes of porpoise pronunciation

Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "porpoise" with a short "o" sound, like "pɔr-pəs". Correctly, it should be pronounced as /ˈpɔr.pəs/ in US and /ˈpɔː.pəs/ in UK. Tip: Focus on the "or" as a clear, open sound.
Misplaced stress: Many people stress the second syllable, saying "por-POISE". The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈpɔr.pəs/ in US and /ˈpɔː.pəs/ in UK. Tip: Practice saying the first syllable louder and longer.
Overemphasis on "p": Some learners may overemphasize the "p" in "porpoise", making it sound harsh, like "POrpoise". The correct pronunciation is softer: /ˈpɔr.pəs/ in US and /ˈpɔː.pəs/ in UK. Tip: Relax your lips when saying the "p".
Skipping the second syllable: A common mistake is to say "porp" instead of "porpoise". The full pronunciation includes both syllables: /ˈpɔr.pəs/ in US and /ˈpɔː.pəs/ in UK. Tip: Break the word into two parts to maintain clarity.
Confusing with "purpose": Some may confuse "porpoise" with "purpose", pronouncing it as /ˈpɜr.pəs/. Remember, "porpoise" has a distinct "o" sound: /ˈpɔr.pəs/ in US and /ˈpɔː.pəs/ in UK. Tip: Associate "porpoise" with marine life to differentiate.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "porpoise" in American English?

In American English, "porpoise" is pronounced as /ˈpɔr.pəs/. The stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "por" in "port," followed by a softer "pəs."

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "porpoise" between British and American English?

In British English, "porpoise" is also pronounced as /ˈpɔː.pəs/, with the primary stress on the first syllable. The main difference is the vowel sound in the first syllable, where British English uses a longer "o" sound.

What syllable does the stress fall on in the word "porpoise"?

The stress in "porpoise" falls on the first syllable, pronounced as /ˈpɔr/. This means that when you say "porpoise," you should emphasize the "por" part more than the second syllable "pəs."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "porpoise"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress or pronouncing it as /ˈpɔɹ.pɔɪs/, which is incorrect. Remember to keep the stress on the first syllable and pronounce the second syllable softly as "pəs."