Learn How to Pronounce apocalyptic
Not sure how to say a word? Try the Promova pronunciation tool for free and learn how to pronounce anything in English correctly. Discover over 100,000 words and easily learn English pronunciation online!
Find your word:
Find how to pronounce a word and practice it in our free word pronouncer for English learners!
How to pronounce:
apocalyptic
Phonetic Transcription:
əˌpɒkəˈlɪptɪk
Examples:
In the Synoptics, Jesus relays an apocalyptic vision of the end of days.
The key feature is the rejection of apocalyptic eschatology.
Revelation is read according to the conventions of the apocalyptic genre.
Learn more about:apocalyptic
Related Words:
How to perfect your pronunciation of: apocalyptic
Learn Individual Sounds
Break apocalyptic down into individual sounds such as əˌpɒkəˈlɪptɪk. Practice these parts before you learn to say the whole word.
Copy Others
Use the tools above to find out how different people say apocalyptic in their accents, then try to repeat after them.
Pick an Accent
Avoid mixing word pronunciations. If you’re learning American English, stick to it and try not to confuse yourself with British pronunciation.
Record Yourself
Say apocalyptic in the pronunciation tool as many times as it takes before you get it right. Record yourself saying different sentences with apocalyptic.
Get a Native Tutor
Improve your pronunciation with native speakers! Practice with American, British, and Australian teachers on Promova.
Common mistakes of apocalyptic pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "apocalyptic" as /əˌpɒkəˈlɪptɪk/ (UK). The correct stress is on the third syllable: /əˌpɒkəˈlɪp.tɪk/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "lip" part.
- Mispronouncing the "c": The "c" in "apocalyptic" can be mistakenly pronounced as /s/ instead of /k/. This leads to saying "apocalyptic" as /əˌpɒsəˈlɪptɪk/. Tip: Focus on the hard "k" sound when saying "c".
- Skipping the "a": Some speakers might omit the initial "a," pronouncing "apocalyptic" as /pɒkəˈlɪptɪk/. This changes the word significantly. Tip: Always start with the "a" sound, /ə/, to ensure clarity.
- Vowel confusion: The vowel in the second syllable can be mispronounced. Some may say /əˌpɒkəˈlɪp.tɪk/ (UK) instead of /əˌpɑː.kəˈlɪp.tɪk/ (US). Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sound in the second syllable, making it clear and distinct.
- Overemphasizing the ending: Some learners overemphasize the "tic" ending, saying "apocalyptic" as /əˌpɒkəˈlɪp.tɪk/. The correct pronunciation has a softer ending. Tip: Keep the final "tic" light and quick to sound natural.