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agricultural
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌæɡrɪˈkʌltʃrəl
Examples:
They live and work mainly in feudalistic and agricultural societies.
Is the island idyllic or bleakly agricultural
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Common mistakes of agricultural pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ag-ˈri-culture-al." The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˌæɡ.rɪˈkʌl.tʃər.əl" (US) and "ˌæɡ.rɪˈkʌl.tʃər.əl" (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "cul" part.
- Skipping syllables: Some pronounce "agricultural" as "ˈæɡ.rɪ.kʌl.tʃər" by omitting the last syllable. This leads to an incomplete pronunciation. Tip: Remember to articulate all syllables: "ˌæɡ.rɪˈkʌl.tʃər.əl."
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Mispronouncing the "u" in "cultural" as "ʊ" instead of "ʌ" is common. This changes the word to "ag-ˈri-kʌl-tʃər-əl." Tip: Practice the vowel sound in "cup" for clarity.
- Overemphasizing "ag": Some learners stress the first syllable too heavily, saying "ˈæɡ.ri.cul.tur.al." This can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Ensure a balanced stress pattern, placing emphasis on the third syllable instead.
- Blending sounds: Pronouncing "agricultural" as "æɡ.rɪkʌltʃər.əl" can lead to confusion. The "t" should be distinctly pronounced. Tip: Separate the "cul" and "ture" sounds for clearer articulation.