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How to pronounce:
abruptly
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈbrʌptli
Examples:
The pistil abruptly narrows at the throat.
All this abruptly ends by the end of the month.
In 589 the course of the war was abruptly transformed.
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Common mistakes of abruptly pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "a-BRUPT-ly". The correct stress is on the second syllable: /əˈbrʌpt.li/ (US) and /əˈbrʌpt.li/ (UK). Tip: Emphasize "BRUPT" when pronouncing "abruptly".
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "abruptly" with an unclear "u" sound, leading to "a-BRUPT-lee". The correct pronunciation features a short "u" sound /ʌ/. Tip: Practice saying "cup" to get the right vowel sound for "abruptly".
- Ending sound omission: Learners often drop the "ly" ending, saying "abrupt" instead of "abruptly". This changes the meaning and sound. Tip: Always pronounce the "ly" clearly to convey the adverb form of "abruptly".
- Overemphasizing the "l": Some individuals may overly stress the "l" in "abruptly", making it sound unnatural. The "l" should be smooth and not overly pronounced. Tip: Focus on a fluid transition between "t" and "ly" to maintain natural flow.
- Syllable count error: A common mistake is treating "abruptly" as a two-syllable word, pronouncing it as "a-BRUPT-lee". In reality, it has three syllables: /əˈbrʌpt.li/. Tip: Count the syllables as you say "abruptly" to ensure accuracy.