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verb
Definition:
(nou) the word class that serves as the predicate of a sentence (nou) a content word that denotes an action, occurrence, or state of existence
Phonetic Transcription:
vɜːb
Examples:
A noun phrase alone cannot form the predicate of the existential verb.
The noun is not the same as the verb.
The verb agrees with the noun in class.
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Common mistakes of verb pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "verb" with an incorrect vowel sound, like /vɜːb/ instead of /vɜrb/ (US) or /vɜːb/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound in "verb" to ensure clarity.
- Ignoring the "r" sound: A common error is omitting the "r" sound, leading to a pronunciation like /vɛb/. Tip: Practice saying "verb" slowly, emphasizing the "r" to avoid dropping it.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some people mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "ver-B." The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈvɜrb/ (US) or /ˈvɜːb/ (UK). Tip: Remember that "verb" has one syllable, so the stress is straightforward.
- Overemphasizing the "v": Some learners pronounce "verb" with an exaggerated "v" sound, sounding like /vɛrb/. Tip: Keep the "v" sound clear but natural; it should not dominate the pronunciation.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "verb" with "herb," leading to mispronunciation. "Verb" is pronounced /ˈvɜrb/ (US) and /ˈvɜːb/ (UK), while "herb" has a silent "h" in US English. Tip: Pay attention to the starting sounds; "verb" starts with a clear "v."