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How to pronounce:
tired
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtaɪəd
Examples:
She is now sick and tired of pottering.
He is sick and tired of his virago wife.
People are sick and tired of the king tyrannizes them.
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Common mistakes of tired pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "ti-RED" instead of "TI-red". This can confuse listeners. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, as shown in IPA: /ˈtaɪərd/ (US) and /ˈtaɪəd/ (UK).
- Overemphasizing the vowel: Many pronounce "tired" with a long "i" sound, like "tie-erd". This is incorrect and can sound unnatural. Tip: Use a short "i" sound, as in /ˈtaɪərd/ (US) and /ˈtaɪəd/ (UK).
- Dropping the final "d": Some speakers omit the "d" at the end, saying "tire" instead of "tired". This changes the meaning. Tip: Always pronounce the final "d" clearly to ensure you are understood.
- Confusing it with "tire": Learners sometimes say "tired" as if it were "tire-d", emphasizing the second syllable. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the correct syllable stress, which is on the first syllable: /ˈtaɪərd/ (US) and /ˈtaɪəd/ (UK).
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "tired" with an "e" sound, saying "teared". This is a common mistake. Tip: Make sure to use the correct vowel sound, /ˈtaɪərd/ (US) and /ˈtaɪəd/ (UK), to avoid confusion.