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walked

Definition:

(nou) the act of traveling by foot (nou) an advance to first base by a batter who receives four balls (nou) manner of walking (nou) the act of walking somewhere (nou) a path set aside for walking (nou) a slow gait of a horse in which two feet are always on the ground (nou) careers in general

Phonetic Transcription:

wɔːk

Examples:

Harbhajan walked to the crease, and struck the winning runs.

A subaltern walked in front of him with a blade to prevent him from running.

They walked backward.

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Common mistakes of walked pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "walked" as /wɔːkt/ instead of the correct /wɔkt/ in US English. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound, as in "cat," to avoid this mistake.
Overemphasizing the "l": A common error is to pronounce "walked" with a strong "l" sound, as in /wɔːlkd/. Tip: Remember that the "l" is silent in "walked," making it /wɔkt/ in both US and UK English.
Incorrect stress placement: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying /wɔːkˈt/. Tip: The primary stress should be on the first syllable, so pronounce it as /ˈwɔkt/.
Confusing past tense forms: Learners sometimes mix "walked" with "walk" (/wɔːk/) and use it incorrectly in sentences. Tip: Remember that "walked" is the past tense, pronounced /wɔkt/, to indicate completed action.
Adding an extra vowel sound: Some might pronounce "walked" as /wɔːktə/, adding an unnecessary vowel. Tip: Practice saying "walked" quickly to eliminate any extra sounds, ensuring it stays as /wɔkt/.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "walked"?

In IPA, "walked" is pronounced as /wɔːkt/ in UK English and /wɔkt/ in US English. The "aw" in "walked" sounds like the "a" in "father," and the "k" is pronounced clearly at the end.

What is the syllable breakdown for "walked"?

The word "walked" is a single-syllable word. It combines the sounds of "w," "ɔː," "k," and "t" all together without any breaks.

What are common mistakes when pronouncing "walked"?

A common mistake is to pronounce the "l" in "walked," which is silent. Additionally, some learners may confuse it with "woke," which has a different vowel sound and meaning.

Are there any regional differences in the pronunciation of "walked"?

While "walked" is generally pronounced the same in most English-speaking regions, accents may slightly alter the vowel sound. For instance, some speakers might pronounce it with a more rounded vowel sound, especially in certain dialects.