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Definition:

(nou) the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold) (nou) the amount of money needed to purchase something (nou) value measured by what must be given or done or undergone to obtain something (nou) the high value or worth of something (nou) a monetary reward for helping to catch a criminal (nou) cost of bribing someone (nou) United States operatic soprano (born 1927)

Phonetic Transcription:

praɪs

Examples:

The price of the put is equal to the marketability discount.

It cost millions to develop, and that cost is amortized in the price of Windows.

The full price of a new book will be charged to the assignee.

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Related Words:

charge

cost

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Common mistakes of price pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "price" with a short vowel sound, like in "pit". The correct pronunciation is with a long vowel sound /aɪ/ as in /praɪs/. Tip: Practice saying "eye" to get the right vowel sound.
Ignoring the final "ce": A common mistake is to pronounce "price" as if it ends with a hard "k" sound, leading to "prick". The final "ce" should be pronounced softly as /s/. Tip: Focus on the smooth transition to the "s" sound at the end.
Stressing the wrong syllable: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "price" as if it has two syllables. In both US and UK English, "price" is a single-syllable word with stress on the first syllable /ˈpraɪs/. Tip: Emphasize the first syllable and keep it short.
Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes mix up "price" with "prize", leading to confusion. "Price" refers to cost, while "prize" refers to an award. Both have different vowel sounds: /aɪ/ for "price" and /aɪ/ for "prize". Tip: Practice both words in sentences to distinguish them better.
Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers may overly roll the "r" sound, making "price" sound unnatural. The "r" should be pronounced clearly but not exaggerated. Tip: Keep the "r" sound light and focus on the vowel sound instead.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "price" in American English?

In American English, "price" is pronounced as /praɪs/ with the vowel sound resembling the one in "ice." The stress is on the single syllable, making it straightforward to say.

What is the British pronunciation of "price"?

In British English, "price" is also pronounced as /praɪs/, similar to the American version. The stress remains on the first and only syllable, ensuring consistency across both dialects.

Does "price" have any silent letters?

No, "price" does not contain any silent letters; every letter is pronounced. The "p" is voiced, and the "r," "i," "c," and "e" follow in a clear and direct manner.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "price"?

A common mistake is misplacing the vowel sound, leading to a pronunciation like /pris/, which can occur when learners confuse it with words like "prize." It's important to focus on the diphthong /aɪ/ to avoid this error.