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How to pronounce:
alleviate
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈliːvieɪt
Examples:
It helps alleviate the burden on the servers.
This would alleviate the need for the metatemplate.
The building was constructed to alleviate overcrowding of the school.
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Common mistakes of alleviate pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "al-ˈlev-i-ate" instead of the correct "ˈal-lev-i-ate". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "alleviate" with a long "e" sound, saying "al-ˈlee-vi-ate". The correct pronunciation has a short "e" as in "bet". Tip: Focus on the "e" in the second syllable, which should be short.
- Dropping syllables: A common mistake is to say "al-vi-ate", omitting the first syllable. The full pronunciation is "ˈal-lev-i-ate". Tip: Ensure you clearly pronounce all three syllables for clarity.
- Mispronouncing the "v": Some learners confuse the "v" sound with a "b" sound, saying "al-ˈleb-i-ate". The correct sound is "v" as in "very". Tip: Practice the "v" by placing your upper teeth against your lower lip.
- Adding an extra syllable: A few may mistakenly say "al-lev-i-ate" with four syllables, rather than the correct three. Tip: Keep it concise and remember to pronounce "alleviate" as three distinct syllables.