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How to pronounce:
rabid
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈræbɪd
Examples:
The wolves were not rabid.
They are as rabid as the virusmyth crowd.
It's obviously the work of rabid Polish nationalists.
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Common mistakes of rabid pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ra-BID" instead of the correct "RAB-id". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, as indicated by the IPA /ˈræb.ɪd/ (US) and /ˈræb.ɪd/ (UK).
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the first vowel as "a" in "cat" instead of the correct "a" in "rabid". Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound /æ/ as in "bat" to ensure accurate pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Some may pronounce the "d" at the end too strongly, making it sound like "rab-id". Tip: Keep the "d" soft and connected to the preceding vowel, as in /ɪd/, to maintain fluidity in speech.
- Adding an extra vowel: Learners might insert an extra vowel sound, saying "rab-id" as "rab-i-d". Tip: Practice saying "rabid" quickly to avoid adding unnecessary syllables; it should sound like /ˈræb.ɪd/ without breaks.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may mix up "rabid" with "rapid", pronouncing it as "RAP-id". Tip: Pay attention to the initial consonant blend; "rabid" starts with /ræb/, while "rapid" begins with /ræp/.