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whip
Definition:
(nou) an instrument with a handle and a flexible lash that is used for whipping (nou) a legislator appointed by the party to enforce discipline (nou) a dessert made of sugar and stiffly beaten egg whites or cream and usually flavored with fruit (nou) the flexibility of the shaft of a golf club (nou) a quick blow delivered with a whip or whiplike object
Phonetic Transcription:
wɪp
Examples:
Then the whip cracker swings the whip in the opposite direction.
In a signal whip, the cracker attaches directly to the body of the whip.
In the coalition one of the Deputy Whips is always the National Party whip.
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Common mistakes of whip pronunciation
- Misplacing the "h": Some learners may forget to pronounce the "h" in "whip," sounding like "wip." This drops the initial breathy sound. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "h" sound, pronounced as /wɪp/ in both US and UK English.
- Overemphasizing the "w": A common mistake is to overly stress the "w" sound, making it sound like "whip" is two syllables. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Keep "whip" as a single syllable, focusing on a quick transition from "w" to "i."
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce the "i" in "whip" as a long vowel, sounding like "weep." This mispronunciation alters the word's meaning. Tip: Use a short, relaxed "i" sound, as in /ɪ/, to keep it correct.
- Ignoring the final "p": A frequent error is not fully articulating the final "p," leading to a softer ending like "whi." This can make the word unclear. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "p" firmly, giving it a crisp ending: /p/.
- Confusing with "whipped": Learners sometimes mix "whip" with "whipped," especially in fast speech, leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Practice saying "whip" clearly and distinctly, focusing on the short vowel and the strong "p" sound at the end.