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vulture
Definition:
(nou) any of various large diurnal birds of prey having naked heads and weak claws and feeding chiefly on carrion (nou) someone who attacks in search of booty
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈvʌltʃə
Examples:
It is the most abundant vulture in the America.
The vulture in the tree also possibly symbolises death.
Vautour is the French word for the vulture bird of prey.
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Common mistakes of vulture pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners may incorrectly stress the first syllable in "vulture" as /ˈvʌl.tʃər/. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Remember to stress the second syllable, /ˈvʌl.tʃər/ in US and /ˈvʌl.tʃə/ in UK.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the "u" in "vulture" as /ʊ/ instead of the correct /ʌ/. This can make the word sound unfamiliar. Tip: Focus on the /ʌ/ sound, like in "cup," to improve clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some may pronounce "vulture" with a strong "t" sound, as in /ˈvʌl.tʃər/. This is not accurate. Tip: Make the "t" softer, ensuring it blends smoothly into the following "ch" sound.
- Forgetting the final "r": Non-native speakers might drop the final "r" in "vulture," pronouncing it as /ˈvʌl.tʃə/. This can alter the word's meaning. Tip: Always pronounce the final "r" clearly, especially in American English.
- Mixing up "vulture" with similar words: Learners may confuse "vulture" with "culture" or "filter," leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Pay attention to the distinct sounds in each word, particularly the initial consonants and vowel sounds.