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acknowledge

Phonetic Transcription:

əkˈnɒlɪdʒ

Examples:

I acknowledge the reference is incendiary.

I acknowledge the seriousness of the dispute.

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Common mistakes of acknowledge pronunciation

Stress placement error: Many learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ack-NOW-ledge" /əkˈnɑː.lɪdʒ/ (US) or /əkˈnɒ.lɪdʒ/ (UK). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the third syllable: "ack-NOW-ledge".
Vowel sound confusion: Some might pronounce "acknowledge" with an unclear vowel sound in the first syllable, saying "ACK-know-ledge" /ˈæk.nɒl.ɪdʒ/ (UK). Tip: Use a short "a" sound, like in "cat", to start correctly.
Silent "k" mispronunciation: A common mistake is to pronounce the "k" in "acknowledge", leading to "ack-KNOW-ledge". Tip: The "k" is silent, so it should sound like "ack-NOW-ledge" without the "k".
Mispronouncing the "dge": Some learners may say "acknowledge" with a hard "g" sound, as in "acknowledge". Tip: The "dge" is pronounced as "j", so say "ack-NOW-lij".
Overemphasizing syllables: A frequent error is overemphasizing the first syllable, resulting in "ACK-know-ledge". Tip: Maintain a balanced emphasis, focusing on the third syllable for correct pronunciation: "ack-NOW-ledge".

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "acknowledge" in American English?

In American English, "acknowledge" is pronounced as /əkˈnɒlɪdʒ/. The primary stress is on the second syllable, "nol."

What is the British pronunciation of "acknowledge"?

In British English, "acknowledge" is pronounced as /əkˈnɒlɪdʒ/ as well, with a similar stress pattern. However, the vowel sounds may vary slightly compared to American pronunciation.

Can you break down the syllables in "acknowledge"?

"acknowledge" has three syllables: "ack," "nol," and "edge." The first syllable is often unstressed, which can make it sound like "uhk" in casual speech.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "acknowledge"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, saying "ACK-nol-idge" instead of "ack-NOL-idge." Remember to place the stress on the second syllable for correct pronunciation.