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How to pronounce:
rural
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈrʊərəl
Examples:
The bulk of the area is rural in character.
The majority of the border is in the rural area.
The differences in the rural areas and the university area is extreme.
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Common mistakes of rural pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable in "rural" /ˈrʊr.əl/ (US) and /ˈrʊə.rəl/ (UK). This can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable.
- Overpronouncing vowels: Some learners may exaggerate the "u" sound, leading to "rural" sounding like "roo-ral." This is incorrect. Tip: Aim for a quick, smooth pronunciation of the "u" as in /ʊ/.
- Skipping syllables: It's common to drop the second syllable, saying "rur" instead of "rural." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Practice saying both syllables clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might pronounce "rural" with an "o" sound, saying "roral." This deviates from the correct pronunciation. Tip: Focus on the "u" vowel sound, as in /ʊ/, to pronounce it correctly.
- Blending with adjacent words: In connected speech, "rural" can blend into the following word, making it sound unclear. Tip: Practice saying "rural" in isolation to ensure clarity when speaking in sentences.