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queer
Definition:
(nou) offensive term for an openly homosexual man
Phonetic Transcription:
kwɪə
Examples:
I candidly confess a queer, queer race, of novel fashion.
There are some queer articles.
He was previously a queer manager.
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Common mistakes of queer pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "queer" with an "i" sound, as in "kiir." This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /kwɪr/ in US and /kwɪə/ in UK. Tip: Focus on the "kw" sound followed by a short "i."
- Overemphasizing the "r": Individuals might stress the "r" too much, saying "queer" like "kweer." This can sound unnatural. The proper stress is on the first syllable, with a softer "r" sound. Tip: Relax the tongue while pronouncing the "r."
- Ignoring the initial consonant cluster: Some may drop the "k" sound, saying "weer." This omits the important beginning of the word. The correct pronunciation starts with /kw/. Tip: Practice saying "kw" as in "quick" before "queer."
- Confusing with similar words: People might confuse "queer" with "clear" or "gear." This affects clarity. "Queer" has a distinct vowel sound /ɪ/ in US and /ɪə/ in UK. Tip: Listen to native speakers to distinguish the sounds.
- Incorrect syllable stress: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "que-er." The word "queer" is a single syllable. Tip: Say "queer" quickly and smoothly to maintain its one-syllable nature.