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How to pronounce:
teach
Definition:
(nou) an English pirate who operated in the Caribbean and off the Atlantic coast of North America (died in 1718)
Phonetic Transcription:
tiːtʃ
Examples:
They teach all student unsocial culture.
I teach students a theory of forecasting the weather.
I teach students the rudiments of astro meteorology.
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Common mistakes of teach pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Many learners confuse the vowel sound in "teach" /tiːtʃ/ with a shorter sound, leading to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Focus on elongating the "ea" to sound like "ee" as in "see".
- Ignoring the "ch" sound: Some speakers pronounce "teach" as /tiːk/, omitting the "ch" sound. This can change the meaning entirely. Tip: Make sure to pronounce "ch" as /tʃ/ to keep it clear and correct.
- Incorrect stress placement: A common mistake is placing stress on the wrong syllable, such as saying /ˈtɛːʧ/. "Teach" is a single-syllable word. Tip: Remember that "teach" has no syllable breaks; keep the stress on the only syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some learners may make the "t" too harsh or prolonged, saying /tiːtʃ/. This can sound unnatural. Tip: Use a light touch on the "t," ensuring it is clear but not overly stressed.
- Confusing with "teach" and "teech": Some learners mistakenly pronounce "teach" as /tiːtʃ/ and "teech" the same way, which can lead to misunderstanding. Tip: Remember that "teach" and "teech" are phonetically the same, but context is key for clarity.