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wile
Definition:
(nou) the use of tricks to deceive someone (usually to extract money from them)
Phonetic Transcription:
waɪl
Examples:
He is meant to wile them.
His job is to think about a wile.
It is meant to be used wile viewing the opject.
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Common mistakes of wile pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many speakers mispronounce "wile" with a short vowel sound, saying /wɪl/. The correct pronunciation is /waɪl/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the long "i" sound like in "smile".
- Stress misplacement: Some people emphasize the wrong syllable, saying "WI-le" instead of "wile". The word has only one syllable, so the stress is on the whole word. Tip: Remember, "wile" is pronounced with a single stress point.
- Adding an extra vowel: Speakers may mistakenly say "wile" as /waɪle/, inserting an unnecessary "e" sound at the end. The correct form is simply /waɪl/. Tip: Practice saying "wile" quickly to avoid adding extra sounds.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "wile" with "while", leading to mispronunciation. "While" is pronounced /waɪl/, but with a different meaning. Tip: Distinguish "wile" as a cunning trick by associating it with the word "guile".
- Overemphasizing the "w": Some people pronounce "wile" with an exaggerated "w" sound, making it sound like /wʌɪl/. The correct pronunciation is /waɪl/. Tip: Keep the "w" soft and blend it smoothly with the "ile" to maintain the correct sound.