Pronounce

usgb/prəˈnaʊns/
verb

To say words or sounds clearly or in a particular way.

She pronounced my name wrong.
Visual representation of "pronounce" - To say words or sounds clearly or in a particular way

Often appears as...

  • pronounce words
  • pronounce correctly
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Clarity in Speech

Focus on speaking clearly so each word is understood.

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Practice helps you pronounce complex words more clearly.
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Regional Variations

Be aware that accents can affect pronunciation.

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In the UK, they pronounce 'herb' with an 'h'.
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Stress and Intonation

Different stress can change a word's meaning or clarity.

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She knows how to pronounce 'record' as a noun and a verb.
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affirmannouncearticulateassertdeclareenunciateexpressstateutterverbalizevocalize
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