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reaper
Definition:
(nou) someone who helps to gather the harvest (nou) Death personified as an old man or a skeleton with a scythe (nou) farm machine that gathers a food crop from the fields
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈriːpə
Examples:
Plano is the birthplace of the reaper.
The scythe is the implement of the reaper.
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Common mistakes of reaper pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners may stress the second syllable, saying "reap-ER" instead of the correct "REE-per" (/ˈriːpər/ in US, /ˈriːpə/ in UK). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Overpronouncing the "r": A common error is overemphasizing the "r" sound, making it sound unnatural. The correct pronunciation is a softer "r" as in "reaper" (/ˈriːpər/). Tip: Keep the "r" light and smooth.
- Shortening the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "reaper" with a short "e," resulting in "rip-er." The correct vowel sound is a long "ee" as in "see" (/ˈriːpər/). Tip: Practice elongating the vowel to achieve accuracy.
- Ignoring the final "r": In some accents, learners might drop the final "r," saying "ree-puh." This can lead to confusion. The final "r" is important in both US and UK pronunciations (/ˈriːpər/). Tip: Ensure you articulate the "r" clearly at the end.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may mix up "reaper" with "reap" or "reaper" with "creeper." Each has distinct meanings and sounds. Tip: Focus on the syllable structure: "reaper" has two syllables, while "reap" has one.