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How to pronounce:
ugly
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈʌɡli
Examples:
I was the ugly duckling, fat and clumsy and unpopular.
The picture is ugly.
It's scary to the mind and ugly to the eye.
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Common mistakes of ugly pronunciation
- Misplacing vowel sounds: Some learners pronounce "ugly" with a long "u" sound, as in "you." The correct pronunciation is /ˈʌɡli/ in US English and /ˈʌɡli/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the short "u" sound, like in "cup."
- Ignoring the "g" sound: A common mistake is to drop the "g," pronouncing it as "uh-ly." This alters the word entirely. The correct pronunciation includes a hard "g" sound, /ˈʌɡli/. Tip: Practice saying "g" clearly to maintain its presence.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some people stress the second syllable, saying "ug-ly" instead of "UG-ly." The primary stress is on the first syllable in both US and UK pronunciations. Tip: Emphasize "UG" when practicing to get the stress right.
- Overemphasizing the "l" sound: Learners may pronounce "ugly" with an exaggerated "l," making it sound awkward. The correct pronunciation is smoother, /ˈʌɡli/. Tip: Keep the "l" light and natural to ensure fluidity in speech.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some may pronounce "ugly" as "uglee," adding an extra vowel sound. The correct form ends with a clear "li," /ˈʌɡli/. Tip: Practice ending the word crisply without adding extra sounds.