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wield
Phonetic Transcription:
wiːld
Examples:
However, this is the extent of the leverage they wield.
They wield the powerful force to the citizen.
But I'd be reluctant to be the one to wield the axe
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Common mistakes of wield pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "wield" with a short "i" as in "hit," resulting in /wɪld/. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the long "ee" sound, /wiːld/, to achieve the correct pronunciation.
- Ignoring the "w" sound: A common mistake is to omit the initial "w" sound, pronouncing it as "ield." This leads to confusion. Tip: Always start with the "w" sound /wiːld/ to ensure clarity.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some may incorrectly stress the ending, saying /wiːld/ with a strong "d" sound. This can sound awkward. Tip: Keep the ending soft, ensuring the "d" is pronounced but not overly emphasized.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "wield" with "wild" or "yield," leading to mispronunciation. The sounds are distinct. Tip: Practice the unique starting sound /wiːld/ to differentiate it from similar words.
- Incorrect syllable stress: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying /wiˈeld/. This is not standard. Tip: Remember that "wield" is a single syllable word, with the stress on the first and only syllable /wiːld/.