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How to pronounce:
purple
Definition:
(nou) a purple color or pigment (nou) of imperial status
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpɜːpəl
Examples:
The color of the bottle is purple.
The flower is light purple and carmine red.
The purple color is an artifact of the photographic process.
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Common mistakes of purple pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pur-PLE" instead of "PUR-ple" (/ˈpɜr.pəl/ in US, /ˈpɜː.pəl/ in UK). Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Vowel confusion: Pronouncing "purple" with an "a" sound, like "par-ple," is a common mistake. The correct vowel sound is the schwa /ə/, as in "pəl." Tip: Practice saying "purr" followed by "puhl" to master the correct sounds.
- Dropping the "r": Some speakers may omit the "r" sound, pronouncing it as "puh-ple." This alters the word significantly. Tip: Focus on clearly articulating the "r" to maintain the integrity of "purple."
- Overemphasizing the "l": Learners might pronounce "purple" with an exaggerated "l" sound, resulting in "pur-puhl." The "l" should be softer. Tip: Try saying "purr-puhl" quickly to help blend the sounds smoothly.
- Incorrect syllable count: Some may mistakenly pronounce "purple" as having three syllables, like "pur-pu-le." However, it has only two. Tip: Break it down into two clear parts: "PUR" and "ple" to reinforce the correct syllable structure.