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wild
Definition:
(nou) a wild primitive state untouched by civilization (nou) a wild and uninhabited area left in its natural condition
Phonetic Transcription:
waɪld
Examples:
A multitude of wild animals live in the beech forests of the Harz mountains.
This is a fantastical menagerie of wild animals.
This supports the viability of wild animals.
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Common mistakes of wild pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "wild" as /wɪld/, using a short "i" sound. This is incorrect; the correct pronunciation is /waɪld/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the "ai" as in "my".
- Ignoring the "w" sound: A common mistake is omitting the initial "w" sound, pronouncing "wild" as /aɪld/. This changes the word entirely. Tip: Practice saying "w" as in "water" before the rest of the word.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "wild" as /waɪld/, with emphasis on "ld". However, "wild" is a single-syllable word. Tip: Remember that "wild" has only one stress point at the beginning.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Learners sometimes pronounce "wild" with a heavy emphasis on the final "d", making it sound like /waɪld/. In standard pronunciation, the "d" should be soft. Tip: Keep the "d" light and quick.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "wild" with "wield" and pronounce it as /wiːld/. While they sound similar, their meanings differ. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sound; "wild" uses the "ai" diphthong.