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How to pronounce:
touched
Phonetic Transcription:
tʌtʃt
Examples:
He is touched by the sad movie.
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Common mistakes of touched pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "touched" with a long vowel sound, like "tootched" /tuːtʃt/. Tip: Remember, the "ou" in "touched" is pronounced as a short sound /ʌ/, similar to "cup".
- Misplacing the stress: Some people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "touched" as /təʊˈtʃt/. Tip: The correct stress is on the first syllable, pronounced as /ˈtʌtʃt/ in both US and UK English.
- Overemphasizing the "ch": Learners may exaggerate the "ch" sound, making it sound like "tutch-ed" /tʌtʃəd/. Tip: The "ch" should be a quick, soft sound, blending smoothly with the "t" in "touched".
- Omitting the final "d": Some might say "touch" /tʌtʃ/ instead of "touched". Tip: Always include the final "d" sound /tʃt/; it is essential for conveying the past tense.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "touched" with "tough" /tʌf/. Tip: Pay attention to the ending; "touched" has a distinct "d" sound that differentiates it from "tough".