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How to pronounce:
ascertain
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌæsəˈteɪn
Examples:
The ethnicity of the people of Mitanni is difficult to ascertain.
It is difficult indeed to ascertain the exact age of the temple.
It must and in fact is under an obligation to ascertain the will of the people.
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Common mistakes of ascertain pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "as-cer-ˈtain". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "as-ˈcer-tain". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "tain" part when pronouncing "ascertain".
- Omitting the "t": It's common to drop the "t" sound, saying "as-er-sane" instead of "as-cer-ˈtain". This changes the clarity of the word. Tip: Focus on clearly articulating the "t" in "ascertain" to maintain its integrity.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might pronounce the first syllable as "as" instead of "as". This can lead to confusion with similar words. Tip: Make sure to keep the vowel sound short and clear in "ascertain".
- Mixing up vowel length: Learners may confuse the "e" in "cer" with a long vowel, saying "as-sir-ˈtain". The correct pronunciation is with a short "e": "as-ˈcer-tain". Tip: Practice the short "e" sound to improve your pronunciation of "ascertain".
- Overemphasizing syllables: Some may overemphasize the first syllable, saying "ˈas-cer-tain". The focus should be on the third syllable. Tip: Keep the first syllable light and ensure the stress is on "tain" in "ascertain".