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spoiled
Definition:
(nou) valuables taken by violence (especially in war) (nou) the act of spoiling something by causing damage to it (nou) the act of stripping and taking by force
Phonetic Transcription:
spoɪl
Examples:
The fruit was spoiled and fetid.
The hot weather spoiled the meat.
It has the egotism and petulance of a spoiled child.
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Common mistakes of spoiled pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "spoiled" with a long "o" sound, as in "spooiled" /spɔɪld/. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the diphthong /ɔɪ/ to achieve the correct sound.
- Ignoring the "d" sound: It's common to drop the final "d" in "spoiled," leading to a pronunciation like /spɔɪl/. This omission changes the word's meaning. Tip: Always pronounce the "d" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Confusing "spoiled" with "spoil": Some may pronounce "spoiled" as /spɔɪl/ instead of /spɔɪld/. This mistake can lead to misunderstanding. Tip: Remember that "spoiled" is the past tense and must include the "d" sound.
- Incorrect stress placement: Learners sometimes stress the second syllable, saying "spoiled" as /ˈspɔɪld/. The correct stress is on the first syllable. Tip: Practice saying "spoiled" with emphasis on the initial sound to reinforce proper stress.
- Overemphasizing the "s": Some speakers may exaggerate the "s" sound at the beginning, pronouncing it as "sspoiled" /ˈsspoɪld/. This can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "s" sound soft and smooth for clearer communication.