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How to pronounce:
quick
Definition:
(nou) any area of the body that is highly sensitive to pain (as the flesh underneath the skin or a fingernail or toenail)
Phonetic Transcription:
kwɪk
Examples:
Celerity is like moving quick and fast.
Bozek immediately took a quick backhanded shot toward the net.
They provide quick refreshment.
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Common mistakes of quick pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "quick" as /kwɪk/ instead of the correct /kwɪk/. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound, ensuring it is not elongated.
- Ignoring the "q" sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "quick" with a "kw" sound, as in /kwɪk/, but some might say /kɪk/. Tip: Emphasize the "q" by starting with a strong "kw" sound.
- Overemphasizing the "k": Some learners stress the "k" too much, making it sound like /kwɪkˈk/. Tip: Keep the "k" sound soft and subtle, as it should not dominate the word.
- Mispronouncing the ending: People sometimes pronounce "quick" with an added vowel sound at the end, sounding like /kwɪkə/. Tip: Ensure the word ends sharply with the "k" sound without any extra vowels.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "quick" with "quiet," resulting in a pronunciation like /kwaɪk/. Tip: Remember that "quick" starts with the "kw" sound followed by a short "i," while "quiet" has a different vowel sound.