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How to pronounce:
accurate
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈækjərət
Examples:
Is the material in the article accurate
The map of the artcle is accurate.
The mnemonic is informative and accurate.
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Common mistakes of accurate pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ac-cu-rate" instead of "ac-cu-rate" (/ˈæk.jʊ.rət/ in US and /ˈæk.jʊ.rət/ in UK). Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some people pronounce "accurate" with overly pronounced vowels, leading to "a-c-cu-rate." This can make it sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the vowels short and crisp to maintain clarity.
- Ignoring the schwa: The final "ate" in "accurate" is often mispronounced as a full vowel sound. It should sound like a schwa (/ə/). Tip: Practice saying "accurate" quickly to help you use the schwa sound naturally.
- Adding extra syllables: Some may mistakenly say "ac-cur-rate" with an extra syllable. The correct pronunciation has only three syllables. Tip: Break it down into "ac-cu-rate" to ensure you don't add extra sounds.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "accurate" with "accurately," which has a different stress pattern. The latter stresses the second syllable (/ˈæk.jʊ.rət.li/). Tip: Practice each word separately to distinguish their sounds and stresses.