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How to pronounce:
provide
Phonetic Transcription:
prəˈvaɪd
Examples:
But mostly the point was to give pleasure and provide finality.
Mostly, the point was to give pleasure and provide finality.
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Common mistakes of provide pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "pro-ˈvide". The correct stress is on the last syllable: "prə-ˈvaɪd". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "vaɪd" part for clarity.
- Vowel sound confusion: A common mistake is mispronouncing the first syllable as "pro" with a long "o" sound, as in "pro-ˈvaɪd". The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound: "prə-ˈvaɪd". Tip: Practice saying "pruh" to master the vowel sound.
- Silent "e" at the end: Some may incorrectly pronounce the "e" at the end of "provide", thinking it should be pronounced. In both US and UK pronunciations, the "e" is silent: "prə-ˈvaɪd". Tip: Focus on the "d" sound at the end without adding an extra vowel.
- Overemphasizing the "r": In some accents, learners might overemphasize the "r" in "provide", making it sound like "pror-ˈvaɪd". The "r" should be subtle. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and blend it smoothly into the following vowel.
- Incorrect syllable count: Some individuals mistakenly pronounce "provide" as having three syllables, saying "pro-vi-de". The correct pronunciation has only two syllables: "prə-ˈvaɪd". Tip: Break it down into "pruh" and "vied" to avoid adding an extra syllable.