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How to pronounce:
allergic
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈlɜːdʒɪk
Examples:
Hives and rashes grow on the allergic members of our populace
In the event of skin allergic reaction, cease using.
In penetrating the skin, the larvae may cause an allergic reaction.
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Common mistakes of allergic pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "a-ˈler-gic". The correct pronunciation is "ə-ˈlɜr-dʒɪk" in US English and "ə-ˈlɜː-dʒɪk" in UK English. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the third syllable instead.
- Dropping the first syllable: It's common to hear "lergic" instead of "allergic". This omits the important "a-" sound. The full pronunciation is "ə-ˈlɜr-dʒɪk" (US) and "ə-ˈlɜː-dʒɪk" (UK). Tip: Practice saying the full word slowly to include all sounds.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the "e" in "allergic" as a long "e" sound, leading to "ah-lergic". The correct sound is a schwa "ə". Tip: Remember that the first syllable is unstressed and should be quick and soft.
- Mispronouncing the "g": A frequent mistake is saying "allerg-ic" with a hard "g" sound. The correct pronunciation has a soft "g" as in "gem". Tip: Practice saying "allergic" by breaking it down to "a-lər-jic" to emphasize the soft sound.
- Ignoring the "r" sound: Some speakers may not pronounce the "r" clearly, saying "a-lejic". This alters the word's clarity. The "r" should be pronounced as in "red". Tip: Pay attention to the "r" when practicing to ensure it's distinct.