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How to pronounce:
pursue
Phonetic Transcription:
pəˈsjuː
Examples:
They decided to move to England to pursue their dream.
Ali saw through the stratagem, but only a minority wanted to pursue the fight.
The British would pursue and deport.
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Common mistakes of pursue pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "pursue" with a short "u" sound, like in "put." The correct pronunciation is /pərˈsuː/ (US) or /pəˈsjuː/ (UK). Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the long "u" sound.
- Misplaced stress: A common mistake is stressing the first syllable, saying "PUR-sue" instead of "pur-SUE." The primary stress is on the second syllable. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, emphasizing the second syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some may pronounce "pursue" with an exaggerated "r" sound, making it sound awkward. The correct pronunciation is /pərˈsuː/ (US) or /pəˈsjuː/ (UK) with a subtle "r." Tip: Keep the "r" soft and focus on the vowel sounds.
- Dropping the "p": Occasionally, learners might say "ursue," omitting the initial "p." The correct pronunciation starts with the "p" sound /pərˈsuː/ (US) or /pəˈsjuː/ (UK). Tip: Practice the initial "p" sound in isolation to reinforce its importance.
- Confusing with "pursuit": Some mistakenly pronounce "pursue" as "pursuit," adding an extra syllable. "Pursue" is two syllables, while "pursuit" has three. Tip: Break down the syllables: "pur-SUE" for clarity.