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rogue
Definition:
(nou) a deceitful and unreliable scoundrel
Phonetic Transcription:
rəʊɡ
Examples:
The goal of the game is to apprehend the rogue.
The rogue clawed Stormkit's back.
In the video game , the character visits the rogue.
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Common mistakes of rogue pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Many people pronounce "rogue" with a long "o" sound, like "row." The correct pronunciation is /roʊɡ/ in US English and /rəʊɡ/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the "o" sound being a diphthong in US English and a single vowel in UK English.
- Ignoring the final "gue": Some might skip the "gue" ending, saying "rog" instead of "rogue." The full pronunciation is important to convey the word's meaning correctly. Tip: Always include the "g" sound at the end, ensuring clarity.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: A common mistake is to emphasize the second syllable, saying "ro-GUE." The correct stress is on the first syllable: "RO-gue." Tip: Practice saying "rogue" with the emphasis on "RO" to master the pronunciation.
- Mispronouncing "rogue" as "rog": Some learners mistakenly drop the "ue" entirely, leading to an incomplete pronunciation. The correct form is "rogue" with both sounds. Tip: Remember that "rogue" has a distinct ending; practice saying it fully to avoid dropping sounds.
- Confusing "rogue" with similar words: People often mix "rogue" with words like "rogue" or "rogueish," leading to mispronunciation. The correct form is /roʊɡ/ in US and /rəʊɡ/ in UK. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the context and pronunciation of "rogue" to differentiate it from similar terms.