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How to pronounce:
search
Definition:
(nou) the activity of looking thoroughly in order to find something or someone (nou) an investigation seeking answers (nou) an operation that determines whether one or more of a set of items has a specified property (nou) the examination of alternative hypotheses (nou) boarding and inspecting a ship on the high seas
Phonetic Transcription:
sɜːtʃ
Examples:
He is in search for the unicorn and in the pursuit find happiness.
After a long and frustrating search, the Brahmans find the Bagaravats.
Thankfully, the crosswiki search still finds the original URL.
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Common mistakes of search pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "search" with a short "e" sound, like in "bed". The correct pronunciation is /sɜːrtʃ/ in US and /sɜːtʃ/ in UK, using the long "e" sound. Tip: Focus on elongating the vowel to match the correct sound.
- Missing "r" sound: A common mistake is omitting the "r" sound, resulting in a pronunciation closer to "seach". This can lead to misunderstandings. The "r" is essential in the US pronunciation /sɜːrtʃ/. Tip: Practice saying "search" slowly to emphasize the "r".
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "se-ARCH" instead of "SEARCH". The primary stress is on the first syllable in both US and UK pronunciations. Tip: Always emphasize the first part when saying "search".
- Overemphasizing the "ch" sound: Learners might pronounce "search" with an exaggerated "ch" sound, making it sound like "surch". The correct pronunciation is smoother, with a softer "ch" as in /tʃ/. Tip: Keep the "ch" gentle and fluid to sound more natural.
- Misplacing the "h" sound: Some may mistakenly pronounce "search" without the "h" sound, leading to "serch". This alters the word entirely. The "h" is crucial in both US and UK versions. Tip: Ensure to include the "h" by articulating it clearly at the beginning.