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assimilate
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈsɪməleɪt
Examples:
People yearn to assimilate gift and talent.
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Common mistakes of assimilate pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "as-SIM-i-late" instead of "as-SIM-i-late" (ˈəˌsɪm.ɪ.leɪt). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the third syllable.
- Shortening vowels: A common mistake is pronouncing the "i" in the second syllable too short, as in "as-sim-late." This can lead to confusion. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "i" clearly as /ɪ/ in "assimilate."
- Omitting syllables: Some may drop the second syllable, saying "as-milate" instead of "as-SIM-i-late." This changes the word's clarity. Tip: Practice saying all four syllables to maintain clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners sometimes mispronounce the "a" in the first syllable as /æ/ rather than /ə/, saying "æ-similate." This can alter the word's sound. Tip: Use the schwa /ə/ for the "a" in "assimilate."
- Final "t" sound: Some people may not pronounce the final "t" clearly, leading to "assimilat." This can make the word sound unfinished. Tip: Ensure to articulate the final "t" sound distinctly in "assimilate."