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How to pronounce:
athletic
Phonetic Transcription:
æθˈletɪk
Examples:
The athletic mascot is the Eagle.
The athletic nickname is the Aggies.
Doug secretly wishes to be as athletic.
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Common mistakes of athletic pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /əˈθlɛtɪk/. The correct stress is on the third syllable, /æθˈlɛtɪk/. Tip: Practice saying "athletic" slowly, emphasizing the "let" syllable.
- Vowel sounds: Some might mispronounce the "a" in "athletic" as /ə/ instead of /æ/. This can lead to a less clear pronunciation. Tip: Focus on opening your mouth wider when saying "athletic" to produce the correct vowel sound.
- Final "tic" sound: It's common to soften the "t" in "athletic," making it sound like /dʒ/. The correct pronunciation is with a clear "t" sound, /t/. Tip: Exaggerate the "t" when practicing to ensure clarity.
- Omitting syllables: Some speakers may drop the middle syllable, saying "athlet" instead of "athletic" (/æθˈlɛtɪk/). This can cause confusion. Tip: Break the word down into syllables: "ath-let-ic" to reinforce the correct pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing "th": Learners sometimes overly stress the "th" sound, making it sound like /θ/. The correct sound is more subtle, /θl/. Tip: Practice by saying "athletic" in a sentence to help blend the sounds naturally.