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rudder
Definition:
(nou) a hinged vertical airfoil mounted at the tail of an aircraft and used to make horizontal course changes (nou) steering mechanism consisting of a hinged vertical plate mounted at the stern of a vessel
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈrʌdə
Examples:
The footrest controlled the rudder.
The rudder is controlled by a small wheel on the tiller.
This is typically controlled by the rudder at the rear of the airplane.
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Common mistakes of rudder pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ru-DER" instead of the correct "RUD-der" (/ˈrʌd.ər/ in US, /ˈrʌd.ə/ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in "rudder" can be mispronounced as "roo-der" with a long "u" sound. The correct pronunciation uses a short "u" as in "cup" (/ʌ/). Tip: Practice saying "cup" to get the right vowel sound.
- Over-articulating the "r": Some may pronounce "rudder" with an exaggerated "r" sound, making it sound like "rudd-er." The correct pronunciation blends the "r" smoothly with the vowel. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and connected to the following vowel.
- Dropping the final "er": Learners might omit the final "er," saying "rudd" instead of "rudder." This changes the word's meaning. Tip: Always finish the word with the "der" sound to maintain clarity.
- Confusing with similar words: "Rudder" may be confused with "runner" or "ruder." While they share similar sounds, their meanings are different. Tip: Focus on the "d" sound in "rudder" to distinguish it from the others.