Proper Pronunciation Guide

debut

[de͜i bju]

[de͜i bju]

Tips:

  • Pronounce the first syllable like the word “day.”
  • Pronounce the second syllable like the first syllable of the word “beautiful.”
  • Do not pronounce the letter “t” at the end of the word.
  • Either the first or the second syllable may be stressed.

Practice Sentences:

She made her debut at Carnegie Hall last Tuesday night with the Orchestra of St. Luke's.
The car made its debut on an absolutely beautiful day.

Definition:

  • (noun) A first appearance in public of a performing artist or sometimes of a new product such as an automobile.

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