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talked

Definition:

(nou) an exchange of ideas via conversation (nou) discussion; (`talk about' is a less formal alternative for `discussion of') (nou) the act of giving a talk to an audience (nou) a speech that is open to the public (nou) idle gossip or rumor

Phonetic Transcription:

tɔːk

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say

tell

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Common mistakes of talked pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "talked" with a short "a" sound, like "takt". This is incorrect; the correct pronunciation is /tɔːkt/ (UK) or /tɔkt/ (US). Tip: Focus on elongating the "a" to achieve the correct sound.
Incorrect stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable when saying "talked". The stress should be on the first syllable, as in /ˈtɔːkt/ (UK) or /ˈtɔkt/ (US). Tip: Emphasize the "talk" part to ensure proper stress.
Overemphasizing the "ed" ending: Some learners pronounce "talked" with a strong emphasis on the "ed", making it sound like "talk-ed". The correct pronunciation blends the "d" sound smoothly, as in /tɔːkt/ (UK) or /tɔkt/ (US). Tip: Practice saying "talk" quickly followed by "d" to smoothen the transition.
Confusing with "talk": A common mistake is to pronounce "talked" as if it were the present tense "talk". Ensure you pronounce the past tense correctly as /tɔːkt/ (UK) or /tɔkt/ (US). Tip: Remember that "talked" has a distinct ending that indicates past tense.
Neglecting the "k" sound: Some learners drop the "k" sound in "talked", resulting in a pronunciation like "tawd". The correct pronunciation includes the "k" sound, as in /tɔːkt/ (UK) or /tɔkt/ (US). Tip: Make sure to articulate the "k" clearly to avoid this mistake.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "talked" in American English?

In American English, "talked" is pronounced as /tɔkt/ with a single syllable and the vowel sound similar to "aw." The "ed" ending is pronounced as a "t" sound, making it a bit softer.

What is the UK pronunciation of "talked"?

In British English, "talked" is also pronounced as /tɔːkt/, with a longer vowel sound. The stress is on the first part, similar to American English, but the vowel can sound a bit more open.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "talked"?

A common mistake is to pronounce the "ed" ending as /ɪd/ instead of /t/. Remember, the correct pronunciation is /tɔkt/ where the "ed" is silent and pronounced as a "t."

Does "talked" have any minimal pairs or homophones?

"Talked" does not have exact homophones, but it can be confused with "tocked," the past tense of "tock," which refers to the sound a clock makes. Pay attention to context to avoid confusion.