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queue
Definition:
(nou) a line of people or vehicles waiting for something (nou) an ordered list of tasks to be performed or messages to be transmitted (nou) a braid of hair at the back of the head
Phonetic Transcription:
kjuː
Examples:
I have waited in queue for so long.
Visitors enter the queue line in the garden of the house.
The women plait their hair into two queues, the girls into a single queue.
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Common mistakes of queue pronunciation
- Misplacing the "q": Many speakers pronounce "queue" as "kwuː" instead of the correct "kjuː". This mistake often arises from confusing the "q" with a "kw" sound. Tip: Remember that "queue" starts with a "k" sound followed by "juː".
- Ignoring the silent letters: Some people pronounce all letters in "queue", leading to "kweɪʊ" or similar variations. The "u" and "e" are silent. Tip: Focus on the "k" and "juː" sounds to pronounce it correctly.
- Overemphasizing the "u": A common error is stressing the "u" too much, making "queue" sound like "kjuːʊ" instead of "kjuː". This can happen when speakers try to articulate each vowel. Tip: Keep the "u" subtle and blend it smoothly into the "j".
- Confusing with "cue": Some speakers mistakenly pronounce "queue" like "cue" (/kjuː/), which is correct but can lead to confusion about meaning. Tip: Remember that "queue" refers to a line or sequence, while "cue" is a signal or prompt.
- Mispronouncing in rapid speech: In fast conversation, some may slur "queue" into "kew" or "kyoo", losing clarity. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Practice saying "queue" slowly to maintain its distinct sounds, especially in quick exchanges.