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Definition:
(nou) a unit of language that native speakers can identify (nou) a brief statement (nou) information about recent and important events (nou) a verbal command for action (nou) an exchange of views on some topic (nou) a promise (nou) a word is a string of bits stored in computer memory (nou) the divine word of God; the second person in the Trinity (incarnate in Jesus) (nou) a secret word or phrase known only to a restricted group (nou) the sacred writings of the Christian religions
Phonetic Transcription:
wɜːd
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Common mistakes of word pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "word" with a long "o" sound, like "wohd." This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /wɜrd/ in US English and /wɜːd/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the short "er" sound.
- Misplacing stress: Many people mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "wor-D." However, "word" is a single-syllable word, so there is no secondary stress. Tip: Remember, "word" has only one syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers may pronounce "word" with an exaggerated "r" sound, making it sound like "wurd." This isn't correct. The "r" should be softer. Tip: Keep the "r" sound light and smooth.
- Dropping the final sound: A common mistake is to drop the "d" at the end of "word," making it sound like "wuh." This alters the meaning. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the final "d" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "word" with "world" or "ward," leading to mispronunciation. "Word" is pronounced /wɜrd/ in US and /wɜːd/ in UK. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds to distinguish these words.