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alleged
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈledʒd
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The alleged difference then is in the teaching.
The alleged is implied in the accusation.
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Common mistakes of alleged pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying /əˈlɛdʒd/. The correct pronunciation is /əˈlɛdʒd/ in US and UK English, placing stress on the second syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "lɛdʒ" part.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "a" instead of the schwa sound /ə/. The correct pronunciation starts with a neutral sound, as in /əˈlɛdʒd/. Tip: Practice saying "uh" to get the right sound.
- Final "d" sound: A common mistake is to drop the final "d," resulting in "allege." In both US and UK English, the final "d" should be clearly pronounced as /d/. Tip: Focus on the ending to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasis on "g": Some learners may overly stress the "g" sound in "alleged," making it sound like /əˈlɛɡd/. The correct pronunciation is /əˈlɛdʒd/, where the "g" is softer. Tip: Blend the "g" into the "dʒ" sound for smoothness.
- Mispronouncing "j": Occasionally, the "j" in "alleged" is mispronounced as a hard "j," leading to /əˈlɛɡəd/. The correct sound is the soft "j" as in /dʒ/. Tip: Practice with words like "judge" to master the sound.