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puree
Definition:
(nou) food prepared by cooking and straining or processed in a blender
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Common mistakes of puree pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "pu-ˈre" instead of the correct "ˈpjʊə.reɪ" (UK) or "ˈpjʊr.eɪ" (US). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for correct stress.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some might pronounce "puree" with a short "u" sound, saying "ˈpʊə.reɪ". This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation has a diphthong, as in "ˈpjʊə.reɪ" (UK) or "ˈpjʊr.eɪ" (US). Tip: Practice the "ju" sound as in "few".
- Overemphasizing the second syllable: A common mistake is to overly stress the second syllable, making it sound like "pu-ˈREY". The correct pronunciation is more balanced: "ˈpjʊə.reɪ" (UK) or "ˈpjʊr.eɪ" (US). Tip: Keep the emphasis on the first syllable.
- Dropping the final sound: Some speakers may drop the final sound, saying "ˈpjʊə.re" or "ˈpjʊr". The correct pronunciation includes the final "eɪ" sound. Tip: Make sure to finish with the "ay" sound clearly.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "puree" with "puri" or "purr". "Puree" is pronounced "ˈpjʊə.reɪ" (UK) or "ˈpjʊr.eɪ" (US), while the others have different sounds. Tip: Listen to native speakers for clarity on differences.