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poultry
Definition:
(nou) a domesticated gallinaceous bird thought to be descended from the red jungle fowl (nou) flesh of chickens or turkeys or ducks or geese raised for food
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpəʊltri
Examples:
He was dedicated to the preservation of rare breeds of livestock and poultry.
The food was made for the poultry.
A veterinarian is responsible for the health of flocks of poultry.
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Common mistakes of poultry pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners may incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "POUL-try" instead of the correct "poul-TRY" (/ˈpoʊltri/ in US, /ˈpəʊltri/ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the second syllable for clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing "poultry" with a long "o" sound, such as "pole-tree." The correct pronunciation has a shorter "o" sound. Tip: Focus on the "ou" sounding like "ow" in "how."
- Adding extra syllables: Some may say "poul-tree" with three syllables instead of the correct two. The proper pronunciation is "poultry" (/ˈpoʊltri/ in US, /ˈpəʊltri/ in UK). Tip: Practice saying the word smoothly to eliminate any extra syllables.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "poultry" with "poulter" or "poulterer," which have different meanings and pronunciations. "Poultry" refers to birds raised for food. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the definitions to avoid mix-ups.
- Mispronouncing the "t": Some may pronounce the "t" as a softer sound, resulting in "poul-ree." The correct "t" should be clear and distinct. Tip: Practice saying "poultry" slowly to ensure the "t" is pronounced sharply.