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apathetic
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌæpəˈθetɪk
Examples:
Forbes, still the nominal leader of the coalition, appeared tired and apathetic.
I see no value in imposing the will of the apathetic.
In the future I will strive to be more apathetic.
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Common mistakes of apathetic pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many say "apathetic" with the stress on the second syllable, as in /əˈpæθ.ɪ.tɪk/. In both US and UK pronunciations, the primary stress is on the third syllable: /ˌæp.əˈθɛt.ɪk/. Tip: Focus on the "θɛ" part to emphasize the correct syllable.
- Mispronouncing the "th": Some pronounce "apathetic" with a hard "t" sound, saying /ˌæp.əˈtɛt.ɪk/. The correct sound is the soft "th" /θ/, as in "think." Tip: Practice saying "think" to master the "th" sound.
- Overemphasizing vowels: A common mistake is overemphasizing the vowels, leading to a drawn-out pronunciation like /ˌæp.əˈθɛt.ɪk/. The vowel sounds should be quick and smooth. Tip: Keep your vowels short and crisp to maintain flow.
- Ignoring syllable breaks: Some speakers blend syllables, saying "apathetic" as one continuous sound: /ˌæpəˈθɛtɪk/. This can make it hard to understand. Tip: Clearly articulate each syllable: "a-pa-thet-ic."
- Incorrect ending sound: A frequent error is pronouncing the last syllable as /ɪk/ instead of the correct /ɪk/. This can change the word's clarity. Tip: Practice saying the full word slowly, ensuring the last part sounds like "tick."