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send
Phonetic Transcription:
send
Examples:
I will send the rice to the poor.
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He asked them to send the tumbrel.
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Common mistakes of send pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "send" as /sɛnd/ instead of the correct /sɛnd/ (US) or /sɛnd/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound, similar to "pen".
- Ignoring the final "d": A common mistake is dropping the final "d", leading to a pronunciation like /sɛn/. This occurs in fast speech. Tip: Emphasize the "d" at the end to ensure clarity.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "send" with "sand" and pronounce it as /sænd/. This alters the meaning entirely. Tip: Practice distinguishing the vowel sounds by saying "send" and "sand" in pairs.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Learners sometimes incorrectly stress the initial syllable, saying "SEND" instead of the correct pronunciation that has no syllable stress. Tip: Remember that "send" is a single-syllable word, so it should flow smoothly without extra emphasis.
- Overemphasizing the "s": Some people pronounce "send" with an exaggerated "s" sound, leading to /sɛnd/. Tip: Keep the "s" soft and brief, blending it naturally into the word.