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adapt
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈdæpt
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Common mistakes of adapt pronunciation
- Stress on the wrong syllable: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "a-DAPT" instead of "AD-apt". Tip: Remember that in "adapt" (US: /əˈdæpt/, UK: /əˈdæpt/), the stress is on the first syllable.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some people pronounce the first vowel as "a" in "cat" instead of the schwa sound. Tip: Focus on the initial sound as /ə/, which is softer and less emphasized.
- Overemphasizing the final "t": Learners might pronounce "adapt" with a strong "t" sound, making it sound like "adaptt". Tip: The final "t" should be clear but not overly stressed, as in /dæpt/.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may pronounce the "a" too long, sounding like "aah-dapt". Tip: Keep the "a" short and quick, as in /ə/ to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Adding an extra syllable: A common mistake is pronouncing "adapt" as "a-dapt" with an added vowel sound. Tip: Stick to the two syllables, ensuring it stays as "AD-apt" (US: /əˈdæpt/, UK: /əˈdæpt/).