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adjacent
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈdʒeɪsnt
Examples:
Holes extend through the closed end of the body adjacent the cylindrical wall.
It is adjacent to the town of Carefree.
The arboretum is adjacent to the villa.
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Common mistakes of adjacent pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "a-ˈdja-sənt" instead of the correct "ˈa-dʒe-sənt". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Vowel confusion: Mispronouncing the first vowel as "æ" (as in "cat") instead of "eɪ" (as in "day") can lead to confusion. Tip: Practice saying "a" as in "day" to get it right.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may pronounce the second syllable too quickly, making it sound like "ad-jə-sent". The correct pronunciation is "ˈa-dʒe-sənt". Tip: Take your time with the second syllable to ensure clarity.
- Missing the "dʒ" sound: Forgetting to pronounce the "dʒ" sound at the beginning can make "adjacent" sound like "a-scent". Tip: Focus on producing the "dʒ" sound clearly, as in "juice".
- Final syllable reduction: Some speakers may drop the final "ənt" sound, saying "adjace" instead of "adjacent". Tip: Make sure to pronounce all syllables fully to maintain the word's integrity.