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How to pronounce:
provided
Phonetic Transcription:
prəˈvaɪd
Examples:
In the meantime, the province magistrate provided supplies to the British.
They provided the entertainment.
Honorarium is not provided to authors.
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Common mistakes of provided pronunciation
- Syllable stress confusion: Many learners mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "pro-ˈvided". The correct stress is on the last syllable, pronounced as "prə-ˈvaɪ-dɪd". Tip: Remember that the stress falls on the "vided" part.
- Vowel sound errors: Some pronounce "provided" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying "prə-ˈved" instead of "prə-ˈvaɪ-dɪd". The "o" in the first syllable is a schwa sound. Tip: Focus on the "vaɪ" to get it right.
- Dropping the "d" sound: A common mistake is to drop the final "d", resulting in "pro-ˈvaɪd". This changes the meaning and makes it incorrect. Tip: Always pronounce the "d" clearly to maintain accuracy.
- Mispronouncing the "v" sound: Some learners substitute "v" with "b", saying "pro-ˈbɪd" instead of "prə-ˈvaɪ-dɪd". This alters the word entirely. Tip: Practice the "v" sound by placing your upper teeth on your lower lip.
- Overemphasizing the first syllable: Some people stress the first syllable too much, saying "ˈpro-vided". The stress should be on the last syllable. Tip: Keep the first syllable light and focus on "vided" for correct pronunciation.