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aspire
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈspaɪə
Examples:
They aspire to be the same as the rest.
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Common mistakes of aspire pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many say "aspire" with the stress on the second syllable, like "as-ˈpaɪər". This is incorrect in both US and UK pronunciations. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "ˈæspaɪər".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners pronounce the "a" in "aspire" as "æ" instead of "ə". This can lead to confusion. Tip: Use the schwa sound "ə" for the unstressed vowel in the second syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "r": In some accents, the "r" in "aspire" is pronounced too strongly, sounding like "as-ˈpaɪr". This is not standard. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and subtle, especially in UK pronunciation.
- Dropping the final sound: Some speakers omit the final "r" sound, pronouncing it like "as-ˈpaɪ". This is incorrect. Tip: Ensure you articulate the final "r" clearly, as in "ˈæspaɪər".
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "aspire" with "expire", leading to mispronunciation. "Expire" has a different stress pattern. Tip: Focus on the stress and vowel sounds to differentiate: "ˈæspaɪər" vs. "ɪkˈspaɪər".