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powder
Definition:
(nou) a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized (nou) a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks (nou) any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpaʊdə
Examples:
What's the difference between the salt and the powder
Most of the concrete was pulverized into powder.
Sift the flour and the baking powder.
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Common mistakes of powder pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly, saying "POW-der" instead of "POW-der". Tip: Focus on the primary stress on the first syllable, /ˈpaʊ.dər/ in US and UK English.
- Overemphasizing the "d": It's common to pronounce the "d" too strongly, resulting in "pow-der" instead of the correct pronunciation. Tip: Keep the "d" soft and blend it with the vowel sound, /ˈpaʊ.dər/.
- Pronouncing the "ow" as "ah": Some might say "pah-der" instead of "powder". Tip: Remember that "ow" in "powder" is pronounced as /aʊ/, similar to "how" or "now".
- Dropping the final "er": Learners sometimes omit the "er" sound, saying "powd" instead of "powder". Tip: Ensure you pronounce the final syllable clearly, as in /ˈpaʊ.dər/.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Saying "pow-dur" with a short "u" sound can lead to confusion. Tip: Use the correct vowel sound, /ˈpaʊ.dər/, to maintain clarity in your pronunciation.