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vale
Definition:
(nou) a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river
Phonetic Transcription:
veɪl
Examples:
In the south west of the county is the vale.
The vale is part of the Stour valley.
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Common mistakes of vale pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "va-le". In both US and UK English, the primary stress is on the first syllable: /ˈveɪl/. Tip: Focus on saying "vale" with the stress on "ve".
- Vowel sound confusion: Many confuse the vowel sound, pronouncing "vale" with a short "a" as in "cat". The correct pronunciation uses a long "a" sound, /eɪ/. Tip: Practice stretching the vowel to hear the difference.
- Ending sound errors: Some speakers omit the final "l" sound, saying "vay". The correct pronunciation includes the "l": /veɪl/. Tip: Emphasize the "l" to ensure clarity in your speech.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners might pronounce "vale" too quickly, making it sound like "vul". The correct pronunciation requires a longer vowel sound: /veɪl/. Tip: Slow down and elongate the "a" sound to get it right.
- Regional variations: In some accents, "vale" may be pronounced differently, such as with a diphthong. However, the standard pronunciation is /ˈveɪl/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Listen to native speakers to familiarize yourself with the correct sound.