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How to pronounce:
starred
Definition:
(nou) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior (nou) someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field (nou) any celestial body visible (as a point of light) from the Earth at night (nou) an actor who plays a principal role (nou) a plane figure with 5 or more points; often used as an emblem (nou) a performer who receives prominent billing (nou) a star-shaped character * used in printing (nou) the topology of a network whose components are connected to a hub
Phonetic Transcription:
stɑː
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Common mistakes of starred pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "starred" with an incorrect vowel sound, using /æ/ instead of /ɑː/. Tip: Focus on the /ɑː/ sound as in "car" for accurate pronunciation.
- Misplaced stress: A common mistake is placing stress on the second syllable, saying "star-RED" instead of "STARRED" /stɑːrd/. Tip: Remember that "starred" has primary stress on the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Many learners overemphasize the "r" sound, making it sound too strong. Tip: Keep the "r" sound soft and subtle, blending it smoothly with the vowel.
- Dropping the final "d": Some may pronounce "starred" as "star" /stɑːr/, omitting the final "d". Tip: Practice saying the "d" clearly to ensure the word is fully pronounced.
- Confusion with "stared": Learners often confuse "starred" with "stared" /stɛrd/, leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds; "starred" uses /ɑː/, while "stared" uses /ɛ/.