How to pronounce "found"

found

Noun
American
/faʊnd/

Syllable Breakdown

found

How natives say found

British
/faʊnd/

Syllable Breakdown

found

How natives say found

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with the 'f' sound by placing the top teeth on the bottom lip.

  • Move to 'aʊ' by forming a wide oval shape with your mouth.

  • End with 'nd' by touching the tongue to the roof of the mouth.

Common Mistakes

  • pronouncing as 'fawn-d'

  • changing 'aʊ' to 'oʊ'

  • leaving out the 'd' at the end

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with the 'f' sound by placing the top teeth on the bottom lip.

  • Move to 'aʊ' by forming a wide oval shape with your mouth.

  • End with 'nd' by touching the tongue to the roof of the mouth.

common mistakes

  • same as American

  • same as American

  • same as American

FAQ

Is the 'd' sound pronounced?

Yes, make sure to pronounce the 'd' at the end.

How to pronounce 'aʊ'?

It's like the 'ow' in 'cow'.

Is stress important in 'found'?

Yes, stress the whole word slightly.

Definition

found

To discover something unexpectedly.

Word Family

find

/faɪnd/

verb

To discover something.

Example: Can you find my book?

foundation

/faʊnˈdeɪʃən/

noun

The base of a building.

Example: The house has a strong foundation.

founder

/ˈfaʊndər/

noun

A person who establishes something.

Example: She is the founder of the company.

Key Pronunciation Differences

Find

- 'aɪ' vs 'aʊ'.

Foundation

- longer, additional syllables.

Founder

- additional 'ər' sound.

Pro Tips

Focus on 'aʊ'

Practice 'aʊ' sounds with words like 'how' or 'now' to master 'found'.

Finish with 'nd'

Ensure the tongue touches the roof for 'nd', completing the word soundly.

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/əˈbɪləti/

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/əkˈsɛsəri/

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/əˈdʒʌst/

advance

/ədˈvæns/

also

/ˈɔl.soʊ/

alter

/ˈɔltər/

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/ˌæp.əˈɹeɪ.təs/

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