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tide
Definition:
(nou) the periodic rise and fall of the sea level under the gravitational pull of the moon (nou) something that may increase or decrease (like the tides of the sea) (nou) there are usually two high and two low tides each day
Phonetic Transcription:
taɪd
Examples:
The tide flows twice a day.
The tide has the ebb and the flow.
In the article, the kanji character means flowing with the tide.
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Common mistakes of tide pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners may pronounce "tide" as /tɪd/ instead of /taɪd/. This mistake often occurs due to confusion with similar words. Tip: Focus on the diphthong "i" in "tide," which sounds like "eye."
- Incorrect stress placement: Stressing the wrong syllable can lead to misunderstandings. "Tide" is a single-syllable word, so the stress is on "tide" itself, pronounced /taɪd/. Tip: Always emphasize the entire word since it has only one syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "d" sound: Some speakers may pronounce "tide" with an exaggerated "d," sounding like /taɪdʌ/. This can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "d" soft and subtle, ensuring it flows smoothly from the vowel.
- Confusing with "tied": Learners might mix up "tide" /taɪd/ with "tied" /taɪd/, leading to miscommunication. Both words are homophones in English. Tip: Pay attention to context when using these words to avoid confusion.
- Skipping the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "tide" as /td/, omitting the vowel entirely. This can create a misunderstanding of the word. Tip: Always include the vowel sound "ai" in "tide" to ensure clarity in communication.