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rifle
Definition:
(nou) a shoulder firearm with a long barrel and a rifled bore
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈraɪfəl
Examples:
The bullet is ammunition, the rifle is a munition.
The purpose of the sling is to stabilize the rifle as a shooting aid.
None of those is beneficial to good shooting or the longevity of the rifle.
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Common mistakes of rifle pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "ri-FLE" instead of the correct "RI-fəl" (ˈraɪ.fəl in US, ˈraɪ.fəl in UK). Tip: Always stress the first syllable when pronouncing "rifle."
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common error is pronouncing "rifle" with a short "i" sound, resulting in "rif-ul" instead of "rifle" (ˈraɪ.fəl). Tip: Use the long "i" as in "ride" to achieve the correct pronunciation.
- Omitting the "l" sound: Some speakers may drop the "l," pronouncing it as "rif" instead of "rifle" (ˈraɪ.fəl). Tip: Make sure to articulate the "l" clearly to avoid confusion with other words.
- Overemphasizing the "f": Learners sometimes pronounce "rifle" with an exaggerated "f" sound, leading to "rif-fle." This is incorrect (ˈraɪ.fəl). Tip: Keep the "f" sound crisp but not overly pronounced.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "rifle" with "rival," leading to mispronunciation. "Rival" is pronounced "RY-vəl" (ˈraɪ.vəl). Tip: Focus on the distinct first syllable sounds to differentiate between "rifle" and "rival."