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ribald

Definition:

(nou) a ribald person; someone who uses vulgar and offensive language

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈrɪbəld

Examples:

Life was often ribald and bawdy too.

Madonna has a reputation for being ribald and bawdy.

Is there a reason for not noting the obvious ribald pun

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bawdy

lewd

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Common mistakes of ribald pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ri-BALD" instead of the correct "RIB-ald" (ˈrɪb.əld). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
Vowel mispronunciation: Some people pronounce the first vowel as "ee" instead of the correct short "i" in "ribald" (ˈrɪb.əld). Tip: Practice saying "rib" to get the right vowel sound.
Incorrect vowel sound in the second syllable: Learners might say "rib-OLD" instead of "rib-ald" (ˈrɪb.əld). Tip: Focus on the "ə" sound in the second syllable, which is a schwa and sounds like "uh".
Overemphasizing the "d": Some speakers may pronounce the "d" at the end too strongly, making it sound like "rib-ald" (ˈrɪb.ald). Tip: Keep the "d" soft and quick to maintain the flow of the word.
Confusing with similar words: People sometimes mix "ribald" with "ribal" or "rival," altering the meaning and pronunciation. Tip: Familiarize yourself with "ribald" (ˈrɪb.əld) by practicing in context to avoid confusion.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "ribald" correctly?

"Ribald" is pronounced as /ˈrɪb.əld/ in both American and British English. The first syllable has the primary stress, making it sound like "RIB-uhld."

What does the stress pattern look like for "ribald"?

In "ribald," the stress falls on the first syllable: /ˈrɪb.əld/. This means you should emphasize the "RIB" part when saying the word.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "ribald"?

Many people may mispronounce "ribald" by placing stress on the second syllable, saying it like /rɪˈbɑld/. Remember to keep the stress on the first syllable to pronounce it correctly.

Is there a difference in pronunciation between American and British English for "ribald"?

No, the pronunciation of "ribald" is the same in both American and British English, pronounced as /ˈrɪb.əld/. You can confidently use this pronunciation regardless of the variant.