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acoustic
Definition:
(nou) a remedy for hearing loss or deafness
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈkuːstɪk
Examples:
It consisted of brunch and an acoustic performance.
She plays the acoustic guitar.
This is the inverse of the production of acoustic beats.
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Common mistakes of acoustic pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "a-COUS-tic" instead of the correct "A-cous-tic" (ˈəˈkuːstɪk in US, əˈkuːstɪk in UK). Tip: Emphasize the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in the first syllable is often mispronounced. Some may say "a" as in "cat" instead of the schwa sound "ə". Tip: Practice saying "uh" to correctly articulate the first syllable.
- Incorrect final consonant: The final "c" is sometimes pronounced too harshly or omitted, leading to "acous" instead of "acoustic" (ˈəˈkuːstɪk). Tip: Ensure the "t" is clear and pronounced at the end.
- Overemphasis on "cous": Some speakers stress "cous" too much, making it sound like "a-COUS-tic". Tip: Keep the stress balanced across the syllables, with a slight emphasis on the first syllable.
- Blending sounds: Learners may blend the sounds incorrectly, making "acoustic" sound like "acou-stic." Tip: Separate the syllables clearly: "A-cous-tic" to maintain clarity in pronunciation.