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reward
Definition:
(nou) a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing (nou) payment made in return for a service rendered (nou) an act performed to strengthen approved behavior (nou) the offer of money for helping to find a criminal or for returning lost property (nou) benefit resulting from some event or action
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪˈwɔːd
Examples:
How do you compensate or reward trainers for a job well done
It was the reward for their complicity and silence.
The reward is not commensurate with the agony.
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Common mistakes of reward pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "re-WARD" [rɪˈwɔrd] (US) or [rɪˈwɔːd] (UK). Tip: Remember to stress the second syllable: "re-WARD".
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is pronouncing the first syllable as "ree" instead of "ri" [rɪ]. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound, as in "bit".
- Dropping the "r": Some speakers omit the "r" sound, saying "eward" instead of "reward" [rɪˈwɔrd] (US) or [rɪˈwɔːd] (UK). Tip: Ensure to articulate the "r" clearly at the beginning of the word.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners may pronounce the final syllable as "wad" instead of "ward" [wɔrd] (US) or [wɔːd] (UK). This can change the meaning. Tip: Practice the correct vowel sound by saying "or" in "for".
- Overemphasizing the "d": Some people over-pronounce the final "d" sound, making it sound too heavy. Tip: Keep the "d" soft and subtle at the end of "reward".