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anthropomorphic

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌænθrəʊpəʊˈmɔːfɪk

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Common mistakes of anthropomorphic pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "an-thro-po-'morphic" instead of the correct "ˌæn.θrəˈmɔːr.fɪk" (US) or "ˌæn.θrəˈmɔː.fɪk" (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "morphic" part to get it right.
Vowel sounds: Some pronounce "h" in "anthropomorphic" as a short "i," leading to confusion. The correct pronunciation features a clear "h" sound, as in "ˈæn.θrə.pəˌmɔːr.fɪk." Tip: Practice saying "h" clearly to avoid this mistake.
Syllable division: A common error is breaking the word into too many syllables, like "an-thro-po-mor-phic." The accurate division is "ˌæn.θrəˈmɔːr.fɪk." Tip: Count the syllables carefully; there are five, not six.
Final consonant sound: Some learners may omit or soften the "k" sound at the end, saying "anthropomorphi" instead of "ˌæn.θrəˈmɔːr.fɪk." Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "k" clearly to complete the word.
Overemphasis on vowels: A frequent mistake is overpronouncing the vowels, making the word sound drawn out. The correct pronunciation is more balanced, as in "ˌæn.θrəˈmɔːr.fɪk." Tip: Practice with a native speaker to find the right rhythm.

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How do you pronounce "anthropomorphic" in American English?

In American English, "anthropomorphic" is pronounced as /ˌæn.θrə.pəˈmɔr.fɪk/. The primary stress is on the fourth syllable, "morph," which sounds like "more."

What is the British pronunciation of "anthropomorphic"?

In British English, "anthropomorphic" is pronounced the same way, /ˌæn.θrə.pəˈmɔː.fɪk/, but the vowel in the stressed syllable "morph" is pronounced as "maw" instead of "mor." This slight difference in vowel sound is a common feature of UK pronunciation.

How many syllables are in the word "anthropomorphic"?

The word "anthropomorphic" has six syllables: an-thro-po-mor-phic. Breaking it down helps with pronunciation and understanding the rhythm of the word.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "anthropomorphic"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the first syllable instead of the fourth. Remember to stress "morph" to pronounce "anthropomorphic" correctly.