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absentmindedly
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Perhaps I checked the minor box absentmindedly.
Before a meeting, Lilah absentmindedly strokes the top of Linwood's chair.
I fucked up badly by not doing anything except nod my head absentmindedly.
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Common mistakes of absentmindedly pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners misplace the primary stress, saying "ab-SENT-mind-ed-ly" instead of "AB-sent-mind-ed-ly" /ˈæb.səntˌmaɪn.dɪd.li/. Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable for clarity.
- Vowel sounds: Some pronounce "absentmindedly" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying "a" as in "cat" instead of the correct /æ/ as in "bat" in the first syllable. Tip: Practice the /æ/ sound to improve accuracy.
- Syllable blending: A common mistake is blending syllables, leading to "ab-sent-min-ded-ly" instead of the correct "AB-sent-mind-ed-ly" /ˈæb.səntˌmaɪn.dɪd.li/. Tip: Break the word into clear syllables while practicing.
- Final syllable pronunciation: Some speakers may drop the "ly" sound, saying "absentminded" instead of "absentmindedly" /ˈæb.səntˌmaɪn.dɪd.li/. Tip: Always pronounce the "ly" to indicate the adverb form.
- Intonation patterns: Learners often use flat intonation, making "absentmindedly" sound monotone rather than emphasizing the natural rhythm. Tip: Use varied intonation to highlight the word's flow and rhythm in sentences.