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affirm
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈfɜːm
Examples:
Those of us who affirm creeds affirm the scriptural basis of the creeds.
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Common mistakes of affirm pronunciation
- Dropping the "a": Some learners omit the initial "a" sound, pronouncing it as "firm" /fɜrm/. This alters the meaning. Tip: Practice saying "a" clearly as in /ə/ to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Misplacing stress: Incorrectly stressing the second syllable, saying "af-FIRM" /əˈfɜrm/, can confuse listeners. The correct stress is on the second syllable in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on "af-" with a lighter touch to emphasize the right syllable.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "affirm" with an "i" sound, saying "if-firm" /ɪˈfɜrm/. This mispronunciation leads to misunderstanding. Tip: Listen to native speakers to distinguish between the sounds /ə/ and /ɪ/.
- Overemphasizing the "m": Pronouncing "affirm" with an exaggerated "m" can sound unnatural, like "affir-MMM" /əˈfɜrm/. This isn't how native speakers say it. Tip: Keep the final "m" subtle and blend it smoothly into the word.
- Ignoring the linking sound: Some pronounce it as "a-firm" /əˈfɜrm/, separating the syllables too much. This can disrupt flow in conversation. Tip: Practice saying "affirm" quickly to improve fluency and naturalness in speech.