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How to pronounce:
amazing
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈmeɪzɪŋ
Examples:
The sight of these great flax fields is amazing.
I wonder whether this scenary is illusive, it's really amazing.
The apples are great but the oranges and avocados were amazing.
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Common mistakes of amazing pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "a-MA-zing" instead of "a-MA-zing" (ˈəˌmeɪ.zɪŋ). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the second syllable.
- Dropping the vowel sound: A common mistake is omitting the vowel sound in the first syllable, pronouncing it as "mz-ing." This can make "amazing" sound unclear. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "a" clearly as /ə/ in "amazing."
- Overemphasizing the "z": Some speakers may overemphasize the "z" sound, saying "ama-ZING" with an exaggerated "z." This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "z" sound soft, blending it smoothly into the rest of the word.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may pronounce the "a" as a long vowel, saying "a-ma-zing" instead of the correct short vowel sound. This changes the word's rhythm. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound /ə/ to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some might say "amazing" with a hard "g" at the end, like "ama-zing." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Use a soft "g" sound, ensuring it sounds like /z/ in "amazing."