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praise
Definition:
(nou) an expression of approval and commendation (nou) offering words of homage as an act of worship
Phonetic Transcription:
preɪz
Examples:
Is it churlish to rebuff praise
The praise for the CDM was unqualified.
As written, the article was fawning praise.
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Common mistakes of praise pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "praise" with an incorrect vowel sound, like "prays." The correct pronunciation is /preɪz/ in both US and UK. Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound, similar to "day."
- Ignoring the final "z" sound: A common mistake is dropping the "z" sound at the end, leading to "prays." The correct pronunciation includes the "z," as in /preɪz/. Tip: Practice saying "buzz" to emphasize the "z" sound.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "pra-ISE." The correct pronunciation stresses the first syllable, as in /ˈpreɪz/. Tip: Remember that "praise" is a single-syllable word.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "praise" with "preys," which sounds similar but has a different meaning and pronunciation. "Preys" is pronounced /preɪz/ as well. Tip: Context is key; pay attention to the surrounding words.
- Overemphasizing the "p" sound: Some speakers may add an excessive puff of air to the "p" in "praise," making it sound harsh. The correct pronunciation is smoother, as in /preɪz/. Tip: Practice saying "prize" to achieve a softer "p" sound.