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tend
Phonetic Transcription:
tend
Examples:
I tend to be character driven and headstrong.
Editors don't tend to agree to even backhanded threats like this.
Having rules of thumb like this tend to preempt some of the frustration.
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Common mistakes of tend pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ten-D". The correct pronunciation is "tend" with stress on the first syllable (ˈtɛnd). Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable when pronouncing "tend".
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "tend" with a long "e" sound, like "teend". The correct vowel sound is short, as in "ten" (ˈtɛnd). Tip: Practice saying "ten" to get the vowel sound right in "tend".
- Adding an extra vowel: A common mistake is adding an unnecessary vowel sound, pronouncing it as "tenduh". The correct pronunciation is simply "tend" (ˈtɛnd). Tip: Focus on the clean ending of "tend" without extra sounds.
- Incorrect final consonant: Some might pronounce "tend" with a softer "d", sounding like "ten" instead of "tend". The final consonant should be a clear "d" sound (ˈtɛnd). Tip: Emphasize the "d" by practicing with words that end in "d".
- Overemphasizing the "t": Learners sometimes over-pronounce the "t" at the beginning, making it sound harsh, like "tend" with a strong "t". The correct pronunciation is softer (ˈtɛnd). Tip: Relax your mouth when saying "tend" to achieve a smoother sound.