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How to pronounce:
rich
Definition:
(nou) people who have possessions and wealth (considered as a group)
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪtʃ
Examples:
The rich man scattered money on the street.
The rich flaunt their money in order to hide their emptiness.
He became rich because he stints his money.
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Common mistakes of rich pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "rich" with a long "i" sound, like "reach" (/riːtʃ/). This is incorrect. Tip: Remember the short "i" sound as in "sit" (/ɪ/).
- Overemphasizing the "r": Many speakers stress the "r" sound too much, making it sound like "rrich." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Keep the "r" sound soft and blend it smoothly with the following vowel.
- Ignoring the final "ch": Some people might drop the "ch" sound, saying "ric" instead of "rich" (/rɪtʃ/). This changes the meaning completely. Tip: Practice saying "ch" clearly, as in "church," to ensure it's pronounced.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "riCH" instead of the correct single-syllable pronunciation "rich" (/rɪtʃ/). Tip: Focus on the single syllable, keeping it short and clear.
- Mixing up with "witch": Some may confuse "rich" with "witch" (/wɪtʃ/) due to similar sounds. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Pay attention to the initial consonant sounds; "rich" starts with "r," while "witch" starts with "w."