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virtue

Definition:

(nou) the quality of doing what is right and avoiding what is wrong (nou) any admirable quality or attribute (nou) morality with respect to sexual relations (nou) a particular moral excellence

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈvɜːtʃuː

Examples:

Clemency is the virtue of the great.

It represents the virtue of temperance.

Is not modesty the foundation of all virtue

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good

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Common mistakes of virtue pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners may place the stress incorrectly, saying "vir-TUE" instead of "VIR-tue". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, "VIR".
Omitting the "t" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "virtue" as "VER-choo", dropping the "t" sound. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "t" clearly to maintain the integrity of the word, as in /ˈvɜr.tʃuː/ (US) or /ˈvɜː.tʃuː/ (UK).
Confusing vowel sounds: Some might pronounce "virtue" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying "VIR-tyoo" instead of "VIR-tue". Tip: Focus on the "u" sound, which should be pronounced as a long "u" /juː/.
Mispronouncing the ending: Learners may say "vir-chuh" instead of "virtue", altering the ending. Tip: Make sure to finish with the "t" and "u" sounds together, as in /ˈvɜr.tʃuː/ (US) or /ˈvɜː.tʃuː/ (UK).
Ignoring the "r" sound: Some may neglect the "r" in "virtue", saying "VIT-choo". Tip: Emphasize the "r" sound to ensure clarity, as it is essential for proper pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "virtue"?

In American English, "virtue" is pronounced as /ˈvɜr.tʃuː/, with the stress on the first syllable. In British English, it is pronounced the same way but may sound slightly different due to accent variations.

What are the syllables in "virtue"?

The word "virtue" has two syllables: "vir" and "tue." The first syllable is stressed, making it sound more prominent when spoken.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "virtue"?

Many people mistakenly pronounce "virtue" with a schwa sound in the first syllable, saying it like "vir-chu." The correct pronunciation emphasizes the "vir" sound, so it should be pronounced as "vir-choo."

Is there a difference in pronunciation between "virtue" and "virtual"?

Yes, "virtue" (/ˈvɜr.tʃuː/) and "virtual" (/ˈvɜr.tʃu.əl/) differ in the last syllable. "Virtue" ends with the "tue" sound, while "virtual" has an additional "al" sound at the end.