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trout
Definition:
(nou) flesh of any of several primarily freshwater game and food fishes (nou) any of various game and food fishes of cool fresh waters mostly smaller than typical salmons
Phonetic Transcription:
traʊt
Examples:
There were deer and elk in the mountains and salmon and trout in the rivers.
Nymphs comprise the major diet of trout and salmon.
The state fish is the steelhead trout.
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Common mistakes of trout pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "trout" with a long "o" sound, like in "coat." This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /traʊt/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the diphthong /aʊ/ to get it right.
- Ignoring the final "t": Some speakers may soften or drop the final "t" sound, making "trout" sound like "trou." This can lead to misunderstandings. The final "t" is pronounced /t/. Tip: Emphasize the "t" at the end to clarify your speech.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: A common mistake is to incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "trout" as if it has two syllables. The word has only one syllable, stressed on the first. Tip: Remember that "trout" is a single, strong syllable word.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes mix up "trout" with "trout" (the verb) or "trout" (the plural of "trout"). Both have the same pronunciation /traʊt/. Tip: Context is key; pay attention to how "trout" is used in sentences to avoid confusion.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers may overly roll the "r" in "trout," making it sound unnatural. The "r" should be pronounced clearly but not exaggerated. Tip: Keep the "r" smooth and blend it with the preceding sounds for clarity.