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shepherd
Definition:
(nou) a clergyman who watches over a group of people (nou) a herder of sheep (on an open range); someone who keeps the sheep together in a flock
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈʃepəd
Examples:
In the summer shepherd boys bring the herds to the higher slopes.
The film ends with the empty crosses of Calvary and a shepherd and his flock.
He wants to be a shepherd because he likes sheep.
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Common mistakes of shepherd pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "shep-ˈherd". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈʃɛp.ərd". Tip: Practice saying "shepherd" with emphasis on "shep".
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the first vowel as "eɪ" instead of "ɛ", resulting in "shep-ˈherd". The correct pronunciation is "ˈʃɛp.ərd". Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound, like in "bed".
- Omitting the schwa: Some may drop the schwa sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ˈʃɛp.ɚd". The correct pronunciation includes the schwa: "ˈʃɛp.ərd". Tip: Remember that the second syllable is softer and less stressed.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "shepherd" with "shepherdess" or "sheep". The correct pronunciation of "shepherd" is "ˈʃɛp.ərd". Tip: Practice distinguishing "shepherd" by focusing on the ending sound "-erd".
- Mispronouncing the final "d": Some may pronounce "shepherd" ending with a softer "t" sound, saying "ˈʃɛp.ərt". The correct ending is a clear "d": "ˈʃɛp.ərd". Tip: Ensure to articulate the "d" sound distinctly in your speech.