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amicable
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈæmɪkəbəl
Examples:
Friends said the split was amicable.
The break up was mutual and amicable.
The dispute ended in an amicable settlement.
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Common mistakes of amicable pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "a-MIC-able" /əˈmɪk.ə.bəl/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable: "AM" /ˈæm/ in "amicable".
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "amicable" with an unclear vowel sound, saying "a-mic-a-ble" /əˈmɪk.ə.bəl/. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound in the second syllable to keep it clear and distinct.
- Overemphasizing "c": A common mistake is to overly emphasize the "c" sound, leading to "a-mi-CABLE" /əˈmɪk.ə.bəl/. Tip: Keep the "c" soft and subtle, blending it smoothly with the following syllable.
- Incorrect syllable count: Some learners might pronounce "amicable" with too many syllables, like "a-mi-ca-ble" /əˈmɪk.ə.bəl/. Tip: Remember it has four syllables, and practice saying it fluidly: "AM-i-ca-ble".
- Dropping the final "ble": A frequent mistake is omitting the last syllable, resulting in "amicab" /əˈmɪk.ə.b/. Tip: Always include the final "ble" sound to maintain the word's integrity and clarity.